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GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.

Michigan
State

Forcing
Tomato

HYBRID TOMATOES

“Just a Little More of Everything.”
Two important Hybrid Tomatoes bred and grown by
Roy H. Burghart and introduced to the trade as a better
and more vigorous ‘Tomato that is more resistant to wilt

Forcing Varieties

The Mest Dependable
Seed for Greenhouse
Crops

THESE VARIETIES are used in all
parts of the country by the best and
largest growcrs in the business. If you
are not familiar with these varieties, give
us a trial order and get acquainted with
their merits. Below we give you a par-
tial description, with complete text
found in the pages of this catalog. We
have appreciated a nice business on our
forcing varieties and an order from you
will be filled on the same day received.

Michigan State Forcing Tomato

A new and distinctly different, self-pollinating wilt-resistant
greenhouse Tomato developed at the Michigan State College.
This past season it has found its place at the top of all others,
as all growers reported ‘‘a wonderful Tomato.” Vigorous grower
and a heavy setter, Full description will be found on page 30.
Oz., $1.50; 14 Ib., $4.00; 1 Ib., $12.00, postpaid.

and disease. ‘They are ideal greenhouse varieties, and
have been grown in all of the leading ‘Tomato sections
of this country for the past several years.
SPARTON HYBRID is a cross between Michigan State
Forcing and Cooper’s Special. Globular in shape, me-
dium size fruit, 5 to 6 ounces in weight, about three to
the pound, growing in clusters of six to eight. A meaty
Tomato, small seed cavity.
NORTHERN HYBRID is a cross between Michigan
State Forcing and Sutton’s Best Of All and is an ideal
greenhouse hybrid for NORTHERN growing, especially
in Canada and northern United States including Alaska.
It is more vigorous growing, particularly in dark fall and
winter weather which is prevalent in the North. It is not
as large as Spartan Hybrid, 4 to 5 ounces of solid fruit,
in clusters of ten to twelve. Color red, globular in shape.

Both of these Hybrids are put up in sealed packets:
50 seeds, $1.00; 100 seeds, $1.50; 250 seeds, $2.50; 500
seeds $4.00; 1000 seeds $7.50; 14 oz. $12.50; 14 oz. $20.00;
1 07., $35.00, postpaid.

These hybrids and several others are fully described
on page 32 and mail orders are solicited.

Grand Rapids Forcing Lettuce

LETTUCE

GRAND RAPIDS FORCING. (Washington Strain.) A splendid forcing
strain. Color a light green, heads very heavy; leaf crisp, tender and curly;
quality of the best. Complete description will be found on page 17. Oz., 25:

V4 Ib., 70c; 1 Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

RADISH

GRAND RAPIDS FORCING. New Improved. The best greenhouse variety
and the earliest of the Scarlet Globe type, and superior in every way for

greenhouse forcing. With the shortest top. Full description will be found

on page 25. QOz., 15¢; V4 Ib., 30c; 1 Ib., $1.00. Not postpaid.

Grand Rapids Forcing Radish

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Grand Rapids Growers, Inc.

34th Annual Seed Catalog

1954

Important

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Terms

We will ask that you please send your remittance with
your order. ON ALL ORDERS OF VEGETABLE AND
FLOWER SEEDS except PEAS, BEANS and CORN,

amounting to $5.00 or more, we will allow a

10% cash discount. This discount does not apply on
bulbs, special offer collections, plants or any other item

listed in this catalog, as these are NET CASH as quoted.

This offer is good only in the United States, and while
we do not think there will be any serious changes, ALL

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charged on orders for home gardeners or wherever
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How to Send Money

Remittance should be made by POSTAL MONEY OR-
DER, EXPRESS MONEY ORDER, BANK DRAFT or CER-
TIFIED CHECK. It is perfectly safe and your order will
be assured of prompt handling. U. S$. CURRENCY and
U. S. POSTAGE STAMPS for small amounts are acceptable
but in this case the letter should be REGISTERED.

Canadian Customers (Notice)

We are very thankful for the business you have given us
in the past and we will continue to give you our very
best of service and quality seeds.

Please take special notice that we cannot make C. O. D.
shipments to any part of Canada and cannot pay postage
on any items of seed in this catalog above the pound rate.

Non Warranty

We give no warranty, express or implied, as to description,
quality, productiveness or any other matter of any Seeds,
Bulbs or Plants we send out and we will not be responsible
for the crop. If the purchaser does not accept the goods on
these terms, they are at once to be returned.

Small Orders

Small orders are just as welcome as the larger ones and re-
ceive the same careful attention and prompt handling. All
orders are filled the same day as received.

Large Quantities
Parties buying large quantities of any one variety of seed
will be quoted special prices on application.

Price of Seeds By Weight

We will supply HALF POUNDS and over at the pound
rate; less than half pound lots are charged at the quarter
pound and ounce rate.

Safe Delivery

All seeds and supplies sent out by us are fully insured and
we guarantee their safe arrival. If they are damaged, notify
us immediately.

Postpaid Prices (Important)

Items on which the customer is to pay the postage: Beans,
Peas, Sweet Corn, Radish, Spinach.

Postage is prepaid on certain items of vegetable and
flower seeds, but we would call our customer’s attention
to the exceptions as they may be noted on those items that
the postage is to be paid by the purchaser, and in all cases,
please add to the order the amount of postage, with your
cash remittance. Your postal delivery service will advise you
as to your “zone” and you can then refer to the table of
rates below for your respective charges. Please note that
the extra packaging increases the postal mailing weight, and
allowance should be made for at least an extra pound.

Air Mail

On RUSH ORDERS received by air mail, wire or tele-
phone for one ounce or more of seed, we will send by air
mail if so requested at a normal charge of 6c per ounce of
seed ordered, not exceeding 8 ounces, as the postal rate is 6c
per each ounce. One ounce of seed would weigh more than
one ounce when it is packed ready to mail. Where the
mailing weight is less than one ounce we will pay the post-
age. On larger quantities the schedule is:

Per Pound Additional

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Oates ct Pe en ees Beak te 75c 64c

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Weight Limit

_ The length and girth of any package is limited to 72
inches maximum, and the maximum weight is 40 lbs. in the
first and second zones, and 20 lbs. maximum in the third to

eighth zones. It might be cheaper to send bulky packages
by express beyond the third zone.

Parcel Post Rates

Multiply the number of pounds by the corresponding code
figure below and add to the original charge in column one.
First Pound Each Additional

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postmaster.

In figuring the amount of postage needed, be sure to
tigure for the packing required, as 1 lb. ordered cannot be
mailed for 1 pound but must take the 2-lb. rate, and on
larger amounts 2 or 3 pounds must be figured, on account
of the total packed weight on which the postage would
apply, but any money you send us in addition, that is not
needed, will be promptly refunded when your order is filled.

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Asparagus

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One-half ounce of seed will sow 50 feet of dill and pro-
duce about 500 plants. Drill the seed thinly in rows about 24 inches apart, covering
seed 1 inch. Cultivate well, keep free from weeds and they should be all right to trans-
plant to permanent beds the following spring. Permanent beds, before planting, should
receive an application of 1000-1500 pounds complete commercial fertilizer. On establish-
ed beds apply 400-600 pounds complete fertilizer each spring plus 200-300 pounds am-
monium nitrate at the end of the cutting season. Do not cut until third year, limit cut-
ting to middle of June. Remember, the bed well planted will last for at least 20 years.
Treat it well.
Asparagus beetle can be controlled by dusting with 1% rotenone. Rotenone is most
effective when the temperature is at least 70° F.

%kMARY WASHINGTON RUST-RESISTANT ASPARAGUS. The largest and most

tender green Asparagus. This is a decided improvement due to the untiring efforts of
Prof. J. B. Norton, member of the Plant Breeding Staff of the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture.
Suitable for quick freezing.

Prices: Oz., 25c; % Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.
Asparagus Roots :

We have the Palmetto and Mary Washington Rust-Resistant Asparagus roots, every
spring, and as we handle only the very best 2-year roots, that are locally grown, we will
ask that you write us for prices in whatever quantity you may want.

Beans

BEANS are not discounted, the regular list price
being “‘net’’, and are not postpaid. Money to cover
postage must be included on mail orders or will be
weighed to cover the actual funds received.

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One pound to 100 feet
of drill; about one bushel per acre of Bush Beans.
Beans thrive on a rich, warm, light soil. It is not
safe to plant until about the middle of May, as the
seed will rot in cold, wet ground and plants will not
stand frost. Plant dwarf Beans in rows 2 feet apart
and from 2 to 3 inches apart in the row. Cover to
depth of 1-2 inches. Lima Beans shouid not be plant-
ed until June first, when the soil is thoroughly
warmed through. Limas will rot in cold ground.

Mexican Bean beetle can be controlled by dusting
with 1% rotenone or pyrocide No. 10.

Wax Podded Varieties
¥* PENCIL POD BLACK WAX, « Pods are round,

: 3 very long, tender and entirely stringless. Extremely
Mary Washington Asparagus Unrivaled x productive. Best market gardeners sort. Suitable for
Wax Beans quick freezing.

CHEROKEE WAX, (Valentine Wax). 50 days. Developed
from an original selection made by Dr. W. C. Barnes, of
South Carolina. The plant is large and erect. Pods golden
wax, measuring 612 inches long, oval, nearly straight, string-
less at all stages, tender and of good quality. The most pro-
lific wax podded variety, equal in yield to the best green
podded types. Seeds 80 per ounce.

GOLDEN WAX, (Top Notch). 52 days. An excellent early
home garden variety. Pods clear golden yellow, broad, flat-
oval, fleshy, brittle and stringless. Suitable for quick freez-

ing.
Ww UNRIVALED WAX BEANS. 53 days. Small plant, very

early and great yielder. Pods about 5% inches long, some-
what curved, semi-flat, fleshy and very tender and Stringless,
Color pale yellow.

ROUND POD KIDNEY WAX. 58 days. Most generally

used as a wax Bean for canning and commercial freezing.
Stringless, nearly fibre free, pods make an ideal pack for
cut or whole Beans. Color light yellow. 6 inches long.

KENTUCKY WONDER WAX, 67 days. Unsurpassed for a
wax podded variety. A very heavy producer. Vine 4 to 5 feet

tall, good climber, very productive. Pods 7 to 7/4 inches long,
light golden yellow, thick-flat to oval, good quality. Almost
stringless, brittle, tender and fleshy.

Prices of Beans: Lb., 50c; 10 Ibs., $4.50;
25 Ibs., $10.50; 50 Ibs., $20.00.
Not Postpaid.

x Please Refer to Page 3 for Postal Rates.

Pencil Pod Black Wax

%*This variety recommended by Michigan State College

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Green Podded Varieties

WADE, 55 days. Plant medium large, resistant to common Bean mosaic and
one or more forms of powdery mildew. Pods round, and of distinctive ap-
pearance, medium green and very glabrous or smooth, almost as if waxed.
Length of pod 5%4 inches and 38 inch width.

¥% CONTENDER. 54 days. A green-podded variety. Developed by the U. S.
D. The plant is vigorous, resistant to common Bean mosaic and partly so
to powdery mildew. Pods, thick, oval, and a little larger than Stringless Black
Valentine, but not usually as straight or of the same quality. Pods 714 inches
long, ¥2 inch wide. Adaptable for home garden as well as shipping.

COMMODORE. 58 days. A green-podded bush variety. Plant medium, erect
and vigorous. Pods, dark, round, crease-backed, curved. In shape and flavor
rather like the Kentucky Wonder but stringless. Pods 7/2 inches long, ¥2 inch
wide. 1 Ib., 60c; 10 Ibs., $5.50; 25 Ibs., $13.00; 50 Ibs., $25.00.
Not postpaid.

TENDERLONG No. 15. 50 days. A new high yielding green-podded va-
riety of superior quality and the result of a long program of crossing and
testing designed to retain and improve upon the features that made Tender-
green so popular and adding resistance to disease. The plant is an erect, com-
pact bush of medium height, highly productive and resistant to common pod
mottle viruses and to at least one form of powdery mildew with considerable
tolerance to halo blight. The pods are round and straight with color a pleas-
ing dark shade of Bean green, meaty, stringless, and fiberless, of excellent
flavor and quality for use as fresh frozen or canned. Pods 6% inches long,
% inch wide. 1 [b., 60c; 10 Ibs., $5.50; 25 Ibs., $13.00: 50 Ibs.,
$25.00. Not postpaid.

LANDRETH STRINGLESS GREEN POD. 53 days. An improvement of
Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod. Vine is more erect, with darker foliage and a
longer, slimmer pod. Pods 6 to 8 inches long, slightly curved, meaty, and
absolutely stringless. Undoubtedly the best round-podded Bean on the market

today. Very prolific and an ideal variety for home garden, market gardeners

and canners. Suitable for quick freezing.

te TENDERGREEN. 54 days. A new introduction, and now
one of the most popular green Beans. Hardy; dependable
cropper, medium large, dark green and stringless. Suitable
for quick freezing.

GIANT STRINGLESS GREEN POD. 53 days. Similar to
Landreth Stringless but pods are a little longer, straighter
and more slender, more depressed between Beans and slightly
lighter in color; early, hardy and of highest quality.
BOUNTIFUL. 48 days. Best of the flat-podded varieties.
Pods 62-7 inches long, thick, flat and slightly curved. String-

less and of fine quality; color light green. Suitable for quick
freezing.

Postage will be ex-
tra. Refer to rates

on page 3.

INOCULATE ALL LEGUMES
WITH

The Original Lequme Inoculator

Burpee’s
Improved
Bush Lima

the actual funds received. Any
mediately when your order is filled.

Landreth Stringless Green Pod

BLACK VALENTINE. 52 days. A round-podded, stringless
shipping and market variety. Pods 6 to 6 inches long,
dark green, slightly curved. Suitable for quick freezing.

REFUGEE or 1000 TO 1. 70 days. A very productive,
hardy, vigorous late sort. Pods 5 to 5¥2 inches long, some-
what slender, round and slightly curved, almost stringless
and of good quality; color light green. Suitable for quick
freezing.

KENTUCKY WONDER or OLD HOMESTEAD. 65 days.
The most popular green-podded, climbing Bean; early and
productive. Pods 8 to 9 inches long, very slender. Suitable
for quick freezing.

DUTCH CASE KNIFE, (Snijboonen). 65 days. Pole Bean. Green snap pods, 7 to 8 inches iong,
straight, flat, brittle, of good quality; best as a shell Bean. Beans very flat, ivory-white.

Prices Except as Noted: Lb., 50c; 10 Ibs., $4.50; 25 Ibs., $10.50;
50 Ibs., $20.00. Not Postpaid.

*TOP CROP. 48 days. A new important addition to the Tendergreen class. Early and pro-
ductive, stringless, resistant to common Bean Mosaic, medium green, pods 6 inches long by % in.
wide, round. Excellent for shipping, market as well as canning and freezing.

10 Ibs., $5.50; 25 Ibs., $12.50; 50 Ibs., $24.00. Not postpaid.

Lima Beans Pole Variety

KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA. 88 days. An improved strain, vigorous, midseason, pro-

ductive. Pods 5 to 6 inches long, very flat and wide and uniformly four-seeded.

Dwarf or Bush Varieties
BURPEE’S IMPROVED BUSH LIMA. 75 days. Both Beans and pods are larger than the old
type. The pods measure 5 to 6 inches long by 14 inches wide and are of a luscious flavor.
They are frequently borne in clusters of from 5 to 8 pods. Suitable for quick freezing.
%FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA NO. 242. U. S. D. A. 75 days. A most excellent variety and
exceedingly popular with market gardeners. Pods are about 5 inches long, containing 4 to 5
large, oval-shaped, very thick, white Beans. Suitable for quick freezing.

iE IN BUSH LIMA, Thorogreen Green Cotyledon. (Baby Lima.) 65 days. A vigor-
Pe Pete ORue and small type of Bush Lima. Pods small, about 3 inches long, contain-
ing 3 to 4 small, flat, white Beans. Suitable for quick freezing.

Prices: Lb., 50c; 10 Ibs., $4.50; 25 Ibs., $10.50; 50 Ibs., $20.00.

1 Ib., 60c;

Not Postpaid.

trDue to present rates of postage, and pending increases, please bear in mind that anything
that is quoted “Not Postpaid” means that the postage will be extra and in the case of 10 Ibs.
of Beans, the mailing weight would be at least 12 or 13 lbs. on which the rates in force at
time of ordering would prevail. Additional money must be included with the order for the
postage, however, if it is not enough to cover the postage due, we will weigh the seeds to cover
' extra money that is sent and not needed will be refunded im.

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice

6 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan
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| Beets

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 50 feet of drill; 6 to
8 pounds per acre. Beets prefer a well-prepared friable soil. Plant
from 2 inch to 34 inch deep, according to the texture of soil. For
an early crop sow in drills | foot apart as early as the ground can
be worked in the spring. When plants are large enough to use as
greens, thin to 3 inches apart in the row. Beets can be sown as
late as July for main crop. A complete commercial fertilizer high
in phosphorus and potash applied as a band alongside the row As
recommended. Care should be used that the seed does not come in
immediate contact with the fertilizer.

EARLY WONDER, 55 days. An early variety. It is Turnip-

shaped and is always smooth. The flesh is a beautiful deep red
color and is of excellent quality. Tops are small and erect. Excep-
tionally good for early bunching.

% DETROIT DARK RED. (Morse’s Strain.) 55 days. The best for

market gardens or home use. Roots smooth, medium size, globe-
shaped; skin dark red; flesh solid vermilion-red. Tops small, up-
right, dark green, shaded red. Pkt., 10c.

CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN. 58 days. Where an early market sort is

desired, our strain is unequalled. Roots a flattened globe shape,
skin very dark, flesh a trifle lighter, tops small.

EARLY BLOOD TURNIP, IMPROVED. 60 days. Old standard
table Beets. Roots nearly round or slightly flattened, bright red,

4 1 and of good quality. Not so early as Detroit, but with a : i
ieroee ie te 2 ; Detroit Dark Red (Morse’s Strain)

GREEN TOP BUNCHING. 60 days. Early, extremely attractive

bunching Beet. Tops medium sized and erect. Foliage clean, gray-
ish green that does not turn red or brown in the fall. Roots round,

smooth and glossy, flesh bright blood-red. Mostly grown for Beet Ma ngel or

greens.

Prices: Oz., 20c; 1% Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.50, postpaid. Stock Beets

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to fifty

feet of drill, five pounds per acre. Sow early in the

spring, in rows about two feet apart; cover seed one and

Sugar Beet one-half inches deep, pressing ground firmly over the seed.

When plants are three inches high thin to about eight inches

Sugar Beets and Mangels are of great value a Jats oe apart in the row. The plants pulled may be used for greens.
ing, because of the improved health and condition of the f

atime increased flow Baa quality of milk, and because of MAMMOTH LONG RED. ey Ge e BAGS is Ba

the saving in fodder. The yield is enormous, and the cost Se ele : Saree arge, well-formed; dark red color,

of growing is trifling. Grow a patch of them for winter feed. | V€TY nutritious; a big cropper.

They are also excellent for poultry. GOLDEN TANKARD. (Yellow Eckendorf). 120-150 days.
Vv

ery productive and sweet; tops and neck very small; flesh
FEED! SUGAR. 120-150 days. A most valuable, r ee : :
Sete: ees for feeding; half sugar, oval-shaped, — Yellow; especially relished by cows and sheep.
skin rose colored, flesh white, very nutritious and easily Oz., 15¢c; %4 Ib., 35¢; Ib., $1.00, postpaid.

Sea ' “SWISS CHARD” is listed on page 9.
Oz., 15¢; % Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.25, postpaid.

a Broccoli

Green — A frequent application of nitrate of soda or other nitrogen
aPEcue ue fertilizer can be of great value to promote the life of this crop.
Broccoli

Worms on Broccoli can be controlled with 1% rotenone dusts;
aphids or plant lice with nicotine sulphate or Evergreen Garden
Spray.

ITALIAN GREEN SPROUTING. 75 days. This variety pro-

duces a large head, like Cauliflower, consisting of a compact
cluster of bluish green flowers. When the central head is re-
moved, the plant produces many branches, each bearing small
heads. These are cut with 3 or 4 inches of the branch attached
and tied in bunches for market. The stems as well as the flower
heads are cooked and served as Cauliflower. Suitable for quick
freezing.

Oz., 30c; 1% Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.
GRAND CENTRAL, 75 days. A new variety in the medium

group, but it differs from the medium in maturity being a
week to 10 days earlier, has a shorter, less leafy plant with the
central heads more visible or less hidden by leaves. The central
head is unusually heavy and dense. The bud or head type and
color are satisfactory and the frozen product is rated high.
Grand Central is of interest because of its high yield and uni-
form maturity, allowing harvest to be completed in four instead
of the usual 6 cuttings.

Oz., 90c; 1% tb., $2.75; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid. :

- $This variety recommended by Michigan State College

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 7

Cabbage

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. Five to eight ounces of
seed will produce enough plants for an acre. Two to three
pounds will be needed for direct seeding. For early Cab-
bage sow in hotbeds in January or February. Transplant
as early as possible to the open ground spacing about two
feet apart each way. For late Cabbage, sow in open ground
in May and transplant about July first in rows 24% feet
apart. Thin plants in the rows to 15-18 inches apart.

In fertilizing we recommend 800-1000 pounds per acre of
a complete commercial fertilizer broadcast or 500-800
pounds side-dressed. In the home garden broadcast 30-40
pounds per 1000 square feet of complete commercial fertil-
izer.

Most insects on Cabbage and related crops can be con-
trolled by dusting with rotenone; aphids with nicotine sul-
phate or Evergreen Garden Spray. Aphids are most easily
killed when the temperature is at least 709° F.

Early Varieties
% GOLDEN ACRE. 64 days. Heads round, very hard.

Matures two to three weeks earlier than Copenhagen
Market, but is otherwise quite similar. Owing to earliness
and remarkable uniformity, will prove the most profitable
early Cabbage for market gardeners.

Pkt., 10c; oz., 25¢e; 1% Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.
EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. 52 days. Market gar-

eners in general consider this the best early variety.
Conical heads are uniform in shape, very solid. Our stock
is dwarf, compact and extremely early.

Oz., 25c; Ya Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

IMPROVED COPENHAGEN MARKET. 55 days. Near-
ly as early as Jersey Wakefield. Stems short, heads large,

round and solid, few outer leaves.

Oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 70¢; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

Golden Acre Cabbage

GREEN ACRE. 66 days. A comparatively new strain with
general characteristics of Golden Acre, but holds its green
color longer, an added value to market gardeners and shippers.

Oz., 30c; 1% Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.
FERRY’S ROUND DUTCH. 7! days. Splendid for home

and market garden. Plants small and compact; stem short-
Heads almost ball-shaped; commonly 7 to 8 inches in di-
ameter, 6 inches deep, and weigh 4/2 to 5 lbs.; firm and of
fair quality.

Oz., 30c; 1% Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

Late Varieties

FERRY’S HOLLANDER. 100 days. Decidedly the best va-

riety of late Cabbage. Heads become firm while still rather
small. They reach good marketable size in 90 to 100 days,
but continue to enlarge, maturing in about 120 days. Plants
medium small, allowing closer planting, short stem, erect and
compact. Extremely hardy, splendid quality and keeps per-
fectly in storage until late spring. Decidedly the best variety
for muck growing.

Oz., 60c; 4 Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid.

Danish Ballhead

MAMMOTH ROCK RED. 90 days. Heads solid, of good

size and quality.

Oz., 30c; Ya Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.
%&PENN STATE BALLHEAD. 100 days. A heavy yield-

ing strain of the short stem Danish Ballhead type. Originated
by Pennsylvania State College. Yields as high as 26 tons per
acre have been recorded.

Oz., 50c; 1% Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid.

%* BONANZA. 75 days. Almost round, very firm and uni-
form. The shortest core of any Cabbage we know, making it
extremely slow to produce seeders. Can be harvested early as.
it makes a firm head, but can also be held until later. Heads.
slow to split. Ideal for shipping, as well as market.

Oz., $1.00; % Ib., $3.60; Ib., $11.00, postpaid.

BUGNER, (Yellows resistant.) 110 days. A large variety for
kraut, market and storage. Has secondary or partial resist-
ance to yellows. Heads large, round or slightly flattened.

Oz., 50c; % Ib., $1.50; Ib., $4.50, postpaid.
* DANISH BALLHEAD. 95 days. Short-stemmed, heads

round, very solid and heavy. Splendid keepers, hardy, and
the best winter sort. Not recommended for muck growing.

Oz., 50c; 1% Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid.
PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH. !05 days. Highly valued for

its fine quality. Heads very solid, broad, round, flattened
on top, fine grained and tender.

Oz., 30c; Y% Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.
AMERICAN SAVOY, (Chieftain). 85 days. Large, flattish
heads, very curly and hard. One of the best Savoys.

Oz., 30c; V4 Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.
RED STONEHEAD. 80 days. An exceptionally good varie-

ty forming round heads, smooth, hard, of a glowing
red color. A good keeper.

Oz., 30c; % Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

Yellows Resistant Varieties are listed over the page on page 8.

8 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cabbage

Yellows-Disease Resistant Varieties

ee

JERSEY QUEEN. 62 days. A selection from Jersey Wake-
field which has a concial head, but is slightly darker green.

Oz., 30c; 4 Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

RESISTANT DETROIT. 68 days. An excellent yellows re-

sistant strain of Golden Acre. Very popular in early markets.

Oz., 30c; Y% Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

MEDIUM COPENHAGEN MARKET. 73 days. Yellows
resistant. To meet the demand for a later and larger headed
type. Uniformly round, firm and an attractive slightly bluish
green color.

RESISTANT GOLDEN ACRE. 63 days. Yellows resistant.
Oz., 60c; 1% Ib., $1.80; Ib., $5.50, postpaid.

* WISCONSIN HOLLANDER NO. 8. (Yellows-resistant).
90-100 days. A heavy yielding late storage type, highly re.

sistant to yellows. Round head, and yields greater tonnage
than ordinary strains.

Oz., 45c; 4 Ib., $1.35; 1 Ib., $4.00, postpaid.
* MARION MARKET. 75 days. A yellows-resistant strain

of Copenhagen Market. Round head and crisp tenderness of
the parent Cabbage. Principally adapted on yellows infested
soils, where non-resistant strains fail completely.

Oz., 50c; 4 Ib., $1.50; Ib., $4.50, postpaid. Oz., 25c; % Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

Brussels Sprouts

The culture is the same as for Cabbage which it resembles, the edible part being the small
heads, an inch or two in diameter, that form at each leaf joint all the way up the stalk. The
leaves should be broken off in the fall to give more room for the little heads to grow. Control
aphids with nicotine sulphate or Evergreen garden spray. Delicious and more tender than any
Cabbage. 90 days. Suitable to quick freezing. Half dwarf.

Oz., 60c; % tb., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid.

if You have bought them on the market nT
the little quart boxes. Why not grow your
own? It will be an effort worth while for you
to have them in your own garden.

Cauliflower

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce of seed will
produce 4000 plants. Five ounces of seed to an acre. Direc-
tions about the same as Cabbage, except planting in rows
about 3 feet apart and 18 inches apart in the row. When
plants begin to head, tie leaves up around the heads to
protect from the sun.

EARLY SELECT SNOWBALL. 55 days. A very fine strain

of early Cauliflower. Plants of medium height with rather
waved or crumpled leaves which bend outward at the tips.
Inner leaves cover the head well. Foliage is medium green.
Heads of good depth, solid, ivory-white and of fine quality.
Early and very even at time of maturity, therefore requires
prompt handling. Adapted for summer and early fall har-
vest.

Oz.. $2.25; Yq lb., $6.75; Ib., $20.00, postpaid.

Die

Brussels Soros
%& GROWERS SPECIAL IMPROVED. 60

days. Well adaped for use under a wide
range of conditions and generally consid-
ered the most satisfactory main crop strain
for fall harvest. Plants are large and erect
with ample foliage for head coverage.
Leaves are long, rather straight, plain
edged and medium bright green color. The
heads are large, smooth, very deep, very
solid and pure white. Unexcelled for qual-
ity. Is about a week slower in reaching
maturity and the harvest is not so concen-
trated.

Oz., $2.25; Y% Ib., $6.75;
Ib., $20.00, postpaid.

HELIOS. Original. Snow-white solid heads
with uniform, tall, upstanding protecting
foliage. Is unsurpassed for cutting during
the last period of summer.

Oz., $2.85; V4 Ib., $8.50;
Ib., $25.00, postpaid.

22 oy

Early Select Snowball Cauliflower

Celery Cabbage

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 9

Celery Cabbage

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce will produce 2000 plants. Do not sow seed till the last of May, earlier sowing
generally going to seed instead of making heads. Seed may be sown in seed beds and transplanted in rows three feet apart
and about fifteen inches apart in the row, or may be sown in rows and thinned.

MICHIHLI, 70 days. A new strain of Celery Cabbage. In
habit of plant it resembles Chihili, but the growth is more
vigorous. The leaves are dark green and do not have the
yellowish cast of Chihili. The leaf margins are waved and the
individual plants are very uniform. It is surer heading, and
in trial plantings made on a commercial scale it has pro-
duced 99% marketable heads.

Oz., 25c; V4 lb., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

CHIHILI. 70 days. Imported from Holland. This is the
true strain, It has a delicate flavor, much milder than Cab-
bage. The heads are long, about 16 inches, rather slim, com-
ing to a point at the top. Color is very dark bluish green,
with the inner leaves and stalks blanched to a beautiful
snow-white. This past season it proved its place and is highly
recommended as a true strain.

Oz., 25c¢; 4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

Swiss Chard

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to fifty feet of drill; five pounds per
acre. Sow early in the spring, in rows eighteen inches apart and thin to one foot
apart. The plants are of very rank growth, and will continue to grow and pro-
duce all summer, and if given a little protection during the winter, will produce
early greens in the spring.

LUCULLUS. 55 days. Leaves large and curly. Plant grows about 2 feet high,
midribs are very broad and are a good substitute for Asparagus during the sum-
mer months.

Oz., 15¢; 4 Ib., 30c; Ib., $1.00, postpaid.

NEW RHUBARB, A Chard of unique crimson

color. Stalks sweet and succulent. Bright red in
color; leaves green to bronze, heavily veined with
red. Plants are vigorous and will yield a tremen-
dous crop throughout the summer and fall, until
frost.

Oz., 30c; V4 Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

Carrots

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. Carrots require about the same
simple care as Beets; they have no serious insect enemies, and they
are rarely attacked by disease. It is best to plant them in soil that
is friable and richly fertilized. Plant the seed one-half inch deep
in loose, well-prepared soil, making rows 16 to 24 inches apart.
Cultivate as soon as the plants are well established and thin to 2
or 4 inches in row, according to size of the variety. Plantings may
be made from early spring until mid-June. For winter storage the
later date is advisable.
se NANTES CORELESS, STRONG TOP. 68 days. A very superior
Carrot. Coreless, brittle, fine grained, of fine, mild, sweet flavor.
The color is reddish orange and the skin is smooth. It is 6 inches
long, cylindrical, and very stump-rooted. Suitable for quick freezing.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 25¢c; 4 Ib., 75c; 1 Ib., $2.25, postpaid.

10-Ib. lots $20.00.
SUPREME HALF LONG, 75 days. Resembles a small refined
Danvers with short tops. Roots 6 to 7 inches long, about 2 inches
in diameter at shoulder, tapering to a half stump. Exterior smooth
and of excellent color. Interior flesh tender, sweet and of fine flavor.
Core small and the same dark red as the rest of the flesh.

Pkt., 10c.
IMPERATOR. (Long type). 77 days. Selected strain, specially de-
veloped for bunching. Top medium height, abundant and strong
for good bunching. Roots long, slender, smooth and uniformly
tapered. Flesh rich orange color.
*#STREAMLINER, 77 days. An ideal new bunching Carrot for
shippers and market gardeners. Tops short, rather sparse, dark
green and strong. Roots long, slender, nearly cylindrical, 8 to 10
inches long, and they grow completely underground.

Above 3 Varieties: Oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 85c; 1 Ib., $2.50,
postpaid.

GOLD SPIKE. The finest shipping variety of the Long Type Im-
perator. The top is 4 inches shorter with more erect leaves, having
thick petioles firmly attached. The tops are compact, coarsely cut
and dark green. Roots are ideal for shipping, 8 to 10 inches long,
¥Y% to 13% inches in diameter. The skin is smoother than Imperator
with a deeper and more attractive color. We believe this variety
will replace the Imperator Long Type as it is far superior.

Oz., 50c; 4 Ib., $1.50; 1 Ib., $4.75, postpaid.

10-Ib. lots, $45.00.

Carrots are continued over the page, page 10.

Swiss Chard

Imperator
Carrots

10 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Carrots (Cont.)

w&CHANTENAY, RED-CORED. 70 days. This is a dis-

tinct improvement over the well known standard Chantenay,
especially in color, texture and quality of flesh. Roots 5%
to 6 inches long, 2% inches thick at the shoulder; tapered
stump root. Flesh and core reddish orange, fine grained and
tender. A favorite with canners, market gardeners and ship-
pers. Suitable for quick freezing.

CHANTENAY, LONG TYPE. 70 days. A strain of
Chantenay bred especially for growing on soiis where the
moisture table is high. Tops are shorter than the regular
Chantenay. Roots definitely longer but fully as large; stump
rooted at maturity. Texture and color equal to Red-Cored
Chantenay, Suitable for bunching or bushel use. Suitable for
quick freezing.

Above 2 varieties: Oz., 20c; 4 Ib., 55c; 1 Ib., $1.75,
Postpaid. 10-Ib. lots, $16.00.
TOUCHON. 68 days. A quality Carrot for home and market
garden. Tops medium height and strong. Roots orange-scar-
let, 612-712 inches long; 1%4-11% inches thick; straight, cylin-
drical, strictly stump-rooted. Flesh deep orange with incon-
spicuous core. Similar to Nantes but preferred by some for
greater length and stronger top. Suitable for quick freezing.
%MORSE’S BUNCHING. 77 days. Tops short; foliage
rather coarsely cut and stems medium size and strong. Roots
at maturity are 14 to 12 by 8 inches in size, almost cylin-

drical with rounded shoulders, and are well stumped.
LONG ORANGE. 85 days. Good variety for deep sandy
il

soil.
SCARLET HORN. 60 days. A small, early stump-rooted va-
riety of good flavor and quite coreless. The roots will aver-
age about 3 inches long.

OXHEART or GUERANDE. 72 days. Very short, thick
and stubby. Very desirable for heavy clay soil, as it is easily
harvested.

Celery

Yellows-Resistant Varieties
Michigan Golden

Michigan State College Fusarium Yellows Resistant

Original Michigan State College seed is sold only in pack-
ets bearing this label and the seal of the College. No other
seed is genuine. Beware of bulk seed of this variety.

We strongly recommend Michigan Golden for planting in
soils where Fusarium Yellows or root rot attacks other va-
rieties of yellow Celery. We specially recommend it for the
summer and late crops. No one variety is adapted for use
on all soils and for all climatic conditions. Michigan Golden
is especially adapted for Michigan conditions but is widely
and successfluly grown in other sections of the country where
root rot is also a destructive disease.

Michigan Golden was developed by plant pathologists of
Michigan State College and the breeding work is continuing
under their supervision. All genuine Michigan Golden seed
is grown under their control, packeted at the college and
sold only in the original seed containers.

Prices: 1 oz., $1.75; 2 ozs., $3.50; 1% Ib., $5.50;
Ilb., $22.00, postpaid.

MICHIGAN
GOLDEN

An improved strain of the original Michigan Golden variety bred by plant
pathologists of Michigan State College for resistance to Fusarium yellows and
introduced by Grand Rapids Growers* Inc.

GENUINE MICHIGAN GOLDEN SEED IS SOLD ONLY IN
PACKETS BEARING THE SEAL OF MICHIGAN
STATE COLLEGE

Michigan Golden is highly resistant to Fusarium yellows, also known as

YELLOWS-RESISTANT
SELF-BLANCHING CELERY

root rot, crown rot, stunt or sickness. It is not resistant to other celery dis-
eases and seed treatment together with the use of protective dusts or sprays
must be relied upon to control leaf blights.

In any inquiry concerning this seed inclose this label and address your com-
munication to

MICHIGAN STATE COLLEGE
DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY AND PLANT PATHOLOGY
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN

No warranty, expressed or implied, is given as to description, productiveness
or purity of this seed and we can not be in any way responsible for the crop.
If the purchaser does not accept these terms the seed should be returned im-
mediately and money will be refunded.

Serial No.

Supreme Half Long Carrots
WHITE BELGIAN. 95 days. Large, white stock Carrot.

SPECIAL GROWERS RECOMMENDATIONS
Our cultural directions are the special recommenda-
tion of our growers who through actual experience know
what is necessary for the successful growing of a crop,

and give it to you for your guidance.

PRICES:
Abeve 6 Varieties: Oz., 25¢; 1% Ib., 70c;
Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

Michigan Golden Celery

% This variety recommended by Michigan State College

Grand Rapids Growers, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michiqon 1]

Celery

Yellows Resistant Varieties

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One. ounce will produce
from 5,000 to 10,000 plants, two ounces per acre. Muck soil
is best for Celery, but good Celery may be grown on rich,
loamy soil if water can be applied freely. Celery needs
manure and fertilizer, but as muck soils are usually well
.Supplied with an abundance of nitrogenous matter, a fer-

tilizer high in phosphate and potash usually gives the best
results.

Sow seed in rows in the greenhouse or cold frame. When
3 to 6 inches high transplant to the field, spacing yellow va-
rieties 4 inches apart in the row, Pascal varieties 6 inches.
Avoid prolonged chilling of young plants to reduce tendency
to bolt seedstalks. Nitrogen side-dressing is beneficial on
both yellow and green yarieties, particularly on green.

MICHIGAN STATE GREENGOLD. Fusarium

resistaut.

Yellows

V2 oz., $1.25; oz., $2.00; % Ib., $7.50;
V2 tb., $15.00; Ib., $30.00, postpaid.

CORNELL No. 19. 100 days. We offer the true strain of
this excellent variety. 10/2 to 11 inches to joint with an over-
all length of 24 to 25 inches. Hearts long and comparatively
full. Stems thick, round and of smooth texture. Combines
the good qualities of the Pascal type and is highly resistant
to fusarium yellows. We have a limited stock of this va-
riety.

Oz., $1.50; % Ib., $5.50; 1 Ib., $20.00, postpaid.

CORNELL 6.19. Has been developed by Cornell Uni-
versity and this varie.y combines the best features of the
old Cornell 6 and the Cornell 19.

Oz., $1.75; ‘V4 Ib., $5.75; Ib., $22.00, postpaid.
NEW TALL GOLDEN. 31-C. (Yellows Resistant.) About

24 inches tall, compact, with ribs of good length, approxi-
mately 10 inches to the first joint. The stems are rounded
and of medium thickness.

Oz., $1.40; 1% Ib., $4.50; Ib., $16.00, postpaid.
NEW GOLDEN PLUME. 8-C-3. (Yellows Resistant.) Plants

are tall, normally 26 inches in height, full hearted and up-
right in habit of growth. Its thick meaty stems are approxi-
mately 8 inches to the first joint. May be used as a yellows
resistant substitute for either Wonderful or Golden Plume
No. 4162. Reported crop failure. Very little seed available.

Oz., $1.40; 1% Ib., $4.50; Ib., $16.00, postpaid.

CORNELL NO. 6. !00 days. Similar in general character-
istics to Cornell No. 19, but comparing, the plants are

shorter in height, are stockier and of somewhat more open
formation, petioles shorter, stems thicker and less ribbed.
Has a good heart formation and is highly resistant to
Fusarium yellows.

Oz., $1.35; Va lb., $4.75; Ib., $18.00, postpaid.
JERSEY GOLDEN PLUME. Taller type. It is an excel-

lent variety for early planting, showing some resistance to
soil diseases. On account of the great care taken in selecting
and rogueing we know there is none better. The ribs are
from 7 to 8 inches to the first joint, according to growing
conditions and the height is about 26 to 28 inches.

Oz., $1.75; V4 Ib., $6.50; Ib., $24.00, postpaid.

STANDARD
Yellow Varieties

NEW GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING. 85 days. This is

the celebrated ‘‘Vilmorin” French strain and has been im-
ported direct from France. It has a long stalk and is com-
monly called ““TALL STRAIN.”

Oz., $1.00; %4 Ib., $3.50; Ib., $12.00, postpaid.
NEW GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING. 85 days. American

grown.
Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.50; Ib., $12.00, postpaid.
GOLDEN PLUME NO. 4162. (New strain.) Our im-
proved strain fills the need for a taller, long-stemmed Gold-
en Plume. Retains earliness and ease of blanching of the or-
iginal strain, but is more compact in form, straighter, and
much better adapted to the standard crate. Normally 24 to
26 inches tall, with stems 7/2 to 8% inches and a full heart.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.50; Ib., $12.00, postpaid.

Cornell No. 19

GROWERS WONDERFUL. 80 days. A valuable early va-

riety similar to the Golden Plume. The plants are semi-
dwarf, very vigorous and have a full heart which bleaches
quickly to a golden yellow color. Excellent for market gar-
deners.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.50; Ib., $12.00, postpaid.

TALL NON-BOLTING GOLDEN PLUME. This is a strain

that grows taller and faster than the original types. Its abil-
ity to withstand low temperatures without bolting make it
the most satisfactory of the Golden Plume strains for grow-
ing under certain unfavorable conditions. 82 to 9 inches to
joint; 26 to 27 inches over-all height.

Oz., $1.35; % Ib., $4.75; Ib., $18.00, postpaid.

EARLY FORTUNE (Improved Golden). This va-
riety has been developed by Abbott and Cobb and is

exactly the same family as Special 763. The only dif-
ference is that the rib is medium length instead of the
longer rib found in No, 763. To those wishing a medi-
um rib, we suggest this stock for storage. This variety
shows considerable resistance to fusarium yellows and
soil diseases in the early crop in many areas.

Oz., $1.50; VY Ib, $5.50; Ib., $20.00, postpaid.

SPECIAL No. 763. This variety comes from the Early
Fortune. It is a long rib sort with a rich golden heart.

In making the rib longer, we have been able to get a
good, uniform strain of Celery. The vitality is excep-
tionally strong, having a cross of green. This is another
one of Abbott and Cobb’s strain, and this also shows
resistance to soil diseases for early planting.

Oz., $1.50; % Ib., $5.50; Ib., $20.00, postpaid.

12 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Choice Market
Garden Varieties

Green Varieties
* GROWERS EARLIGREEN. The finest, earliest green Celery we

know. Vigorous and large; compact in habit of growth. Plant is sur-
prisingly large for an early sort. The outer leaves are green and the
very full heart is pure white, brittle and of most delicious flavor.
In our trials this proved to be an outstanding variety in all details.
It is the best green Celery on the market today, and should be in
heavy demand this year.

Oz., $1.75; V4 Ib., $6.75; tb., $24.00, postpaid.
PARAGON. A Celery of exceptional merit. The plant is dwarf,
vigorous, quite hardy, and has a very full heart. Stalks broad, quite
thick, very solid and tender, bleaching readily to a golden yel-
low color. Highly recommnded for an early or late crop.

Oz., $2.25; V4 Ib., $7.50; Ib., $26.00, postpaid.

Pascal and Utah Strains
GROWERS PASCAL No. 49. 22 to 26 inches tall, 8 to 10-

joint, stalky, compact and straight in habit of growth. Stems
broad-ribbed but smooth, indicating its fine brittle texture and
excellent nutty flavor. May be grown for an early crop, if it is
transplanted in the field after all danger from frost has passed,
but may also be bleached to light greenish yellow or shipped
from row as any green Pascal.

Oz., $1.90; % Ib., $7.00; Ib., $25.00, postpaid.
IMPROVED CALIFORNIA PASCAL. (New Strain.) 120 days.
This is a green type summer Pascal Celery which bleaches readily.
The heart stalks grow tall and full. The entire stalk is of excellent
eating quality, being tender with a delicious nutty flavor. The
thick rounded stalks are smooth, not ribbed and free from strings.
Height 24 inches with 10 to 12 in. to the first joint. May be used
for either early, medium or late crop.

Oz., $2.25; V4 Ib., $7.50, Ib., $26.00, postpaid. 7 Losi hageepeceianieacns
UTAH No. 15. A strain of Utah (California Pascal) of mid- Growers) Rascal) Cm i2
season maturity. Plants are large, height 26 to 28 inches.

Leaves are dark green, deeply cut, moderately broad. Plants are erect, compact, full hearted. Edible stems are usually
8 to 10 inches long, are numerous, of medium width, thick, rounded and quite smooth, crisp and of fine quality.

Oz., $1.50; V4 Ib., $4.50; Ib., $16.00, postpaid.
TALL UTAH, No. 52-10 B. Plants are tall, 26 to 28 inches, leaves moderately large, medium dark green. Plants are
erect and compact. Stems are 8 to 10¥% inches long, noticeably of uniform length, rounded, thick, waxy in appearance.
Blanches readily; tender, crisp and of excellent quality. Highly recommended by all growers who have had it in trials
this past season. Oz., $1.50; V4 Ib., $4.50; Ib., $16.00, postpaid.
UTAH 52-70. About 135 days. A slightly larger Utah than Tall Utah 10 B and darker leaved. Over-all height 28
to 29 inches. Ribs 912 to 11 inches, rounded, thick, smooth and medium dark green. Makes large size, high hearts and
is very compact and tightly shingled. °
Oz., $1.90; 14 Ib., $7.00; Ib., $25.00, postpaid.
UTAH JUMBO. A late variety of the finest quality. Plants sturdy, compact and _ solid. Very free from strings, and
bleaches to a pure white, nutty and crisp. Also immensely popular if sold as a green Celery without bleaching.
Oz., $1.35; Ya Ib., $4.25; Ib., $15.00, postpaid.
UTAH SPECIAL. A large green Celery similar to Utah Jumbo. This special strain is very popular with large grow-
ers in the West.

Oz., $1.35; % lb., $4.25:
1 Ib., $15.00, postpaid.

IMPROVED UTAH JUMBO.

This new strain has thicker, more
meaty stalks with longer stems. The
mature plant is larger around and
taller than Utah Jumbo. Promises
to be the most popular all-around.

Oz., $1.60; 4 Ib., $5.00:
1 Ib., $18.00, postpaid.

EMERSON PASCAL. (Fern-leay-
ed, blight resistant.) Over-all height

26 to 28 inches. Rib length 10 to
11 inches; ribs thick, round,
smooth, medium light green and
brittle. It is non-bolting.

Oz., $1.75: V4 Ib., $5.75;
Ib., $22.00, postpaid.

CELERIAC., Large Smooth Prague.
110 days. Turnip rooted Celery.

Photograph of Utah 52-70 Celery, as grown on the farm of Garrett Penning, Pkt., 10c; oz., 75¢; V4 Ib.,
6328 Lovers Lane, Kalamazoo, Mich. Photo taken Sept. 20, 1952. $2.35; Ib., $7.00, postpaid.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan ——iCTSS

Sweet Corn

CORN is not discounted, the regular list price being net, and not postpaid. Money to cover postage must
be included on mail orders or will be weighed to cover the actual funds received.

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One pound for 200 hills or 400-600 feet of drilled row, about 10-12 pounds
per acre. Early Corn is planted in rows 2% to 3 feet apart, and about 8 inches apart in the row, in May, and
will be ready for table 8 or 9 weeks from date of planting. Later varieties should be planted from the 15th
of May to the 15th of June. Plant in hills 3 to 4 feet apart. It will be ready for use in from 10 to 12 weeks
from date of planting. Side-dressing with 100 pounds ammonium nitrate or other nitrogen fertilizer as Corn
is tasseling is recommended. Plant 3 or 4 rows of Corn in a block to get good pollination and the best filled
ears. Seed saved from Hybrid Corn is of no value since it will not come true to type the second year. Use
only fresh one-year-old Corn seed.

Corn borer can be controlled by. dusting with 3 or 5% DDT starting when Corn is just under knee high
and making 4 applications at weekly intervals.

Open - Pollinated
%* GOLDEN “SUNSHINE.” 74 days. A valuable yellow

variety for the market grower or the private gardener. It
is a cross between the Golden Bantam and Gill’s Early
Market and combines the earliness and large size of ear of
the Gill’s Early Market with much of the high quality of
the Golden Bantam. It is ready for market a week to 10
days earlier than Golden Bantam, and has a much larger ear;
the ears average 814 inches long, with 12 to 14 rows.

IMPROVED GOLDEN BANTAM. 85 days. Superior to the

original Golden Bantam in quality, and has larger ear. It
matures about the same time. Nearly all ears carry 12 rows
of deep, rich golden yellow kernels, set close upon the cob.
It is a favorite with the market gardener.

WSTOWELL'S EVERGREEN. 90 days. Most popular late

Sweet Corn. More extensively ‘planted than any other sort,
being the general favorite with market gardeners. Ears of
good size, grain deep; tender and sugary.

Above 3 varieties: Lb., 35c; 10 Ibs., $3.25; 25 Ibs.,
$7.00; 50 Ibs., $13.00. Not postpaid.

* GOLDEN BANTAM. 79 days. Hardy, early maturing,
very dwarf. Cob is small but fills out nicely with large, deep

cream-colored kernels, which turn yellow when ripe. No
home gardens should be without this excellent Corn.

GOLDEN EVERGREEN. 95 days. This new variety com-

bines all the good qualities of Golden Bantam and Stowell’s
Evergreen. Has the bright golden color and tender kernels of
Golden Bantam and the flavor and sweetness of Stowell’s
Evergreen. Ears much larger than Bantam, not quite as
large as Evergreen, but much earlier. Stalks are full leaved
and usually bear two well developed ears,

COUNTRY GENTLEMAN. (White or Shoe Peg Corn).

90 days. An especially fine quality Corn; without row forma-
tion.

EARLY EVERGREEN. days. Has all the merits of the
i

Stowell’s Evergreen. s is a white Corn. It is a splendid
variety for the market gardener.

BLACK MEXICAN. 83 days. Reputed to be the sweetest

and most delicious of all table Corn. Color is white when _
young, changing to bluish black in later stages. Country Gentleman

PRICES: Lb., 40c; 10 Ibs., $3.50; 25 Ibs., $7.75; 50 Ibs., $15.00. Not postpaid.

% This variety recommended by Michigan State College.
Please Refer to Page 3 for Postal Rates.

14 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Sweet Corn - Hybrids

A hybrid is the first generation of a cross between strains of different parentage and involving one or more inbred
lines of Corn or their combinations.

SENECA 60 Hybrid. (High Quality.) 63 days. The earliest yellow hybrid. Stalks
4¥2 ft. tall. Ears 62 inches long with 10 to 12 rows of tender sweet kernels. Well
adapted for the northern states and Canada, and is superior in every way. It gives
you a first early hybrid with the old Golden Bantam flavor.
GOLD RUSH. 67 days. This is the one. A first early yellow hybrid for the early
market with the strong hybrid vigor and productiveness. Stalks 6 ft. tall. Ears 814
inches, 12 to 14 rowed, slightly tapered, well filled to the tip. Most attractive yel-
low; tight husk. Tender, sweet and of fine quality and flavor.
GOLDEN ROCKET. 67 days. Plant 5 to 6 ft. tall, foliage sparse and dark green, few
suckers. Ear is 7 to 712 inches long x 134 inches in diameter, 10 to 12 rows, medium
yellow, kernels fairly deep and medium wide. Unusually fine quality for such an early
Corn.
SPANCROSS C13.3. 70 days. One of the best early hybrids. Highly resistant to
bacterial wilt. Well tipped, small ears of 10 to 12 rows. Kernels golden yellow, sweet
and tender.
CARMELCROSS. 79 days. A second early hybrid developed by the Connecticut
Experiment Station, New Haven. Vigorous and heavy yielding in comparison to its
earliness. Medium sized gently tapering ears with 12-14 rows of yellow kernels.
FOREMOST Y-1. ‘This variety has quickly become popular for fresh market, can-
ning and freezing. Its large, uniform, high quality ears give it an unusually attrac-
tive appearance. As compared to Golden Cross Bantam it is earlier, superior in yield,
fully equal in quality and has the ability to remain in top condition longer.
GOLDEN CROSS BANTAM. 85 days. Excellent for market gardens and well
adapted for canners’ use. Highly resistant to Stewart’s disease and very prolific.
Stalks sturdy, with exceptionally broad, dark green leaves. Ears 10 to 14-rowed,
slightly lighter yellow than Golden Bantam. Kernels medium in width and depth.
Suitable for quick freezing.
IOANA HYBRID, (All-America Selection.) 87 days. A midseason yellow hybrid,
highly resistant to both drought and wilt. Plants tall and sturdy with broad,
numerous leaves. Ears 7/2 to 8 inches long, 12 to 14 rows, cylindrical, well filled
with medium narrow light yellow kernels. An attractive and productive variety for
either gardener or canner. Suitable for quick freezing.
IOCHIEF, 89 days. 435-5125. Outstanding among recent introductions for longer
ears, heavy tonnage and superior flavor. A main cropper, ideal for canning and mar-
ket. Kernels golden, deep and uniform. Height of stalk, 634 ft. Ears 9 inches long.
14-18 count.
PRICES: Lb., 60c; 10 Ibs., $5.40; 25 Ibs., $12.00; 100 Ibs., $45.00.
Not postpaid:
MARCROSS C13x6. 72 days. This has proved a very good early market and
home garden variety. Stalks are short but sturdy, highly resistant to Stewart’s dis-
ease. Ears long, plump, abruptly tapered at the tips, 10 to 14-rowed with light
cream-yellow, medium broad kernels of good quality.
Lb., 50c; 10 Ibs., $4.70; 25 Ibs., $11.25; 100 Ibs., $42.50. Not postpaid.

FOREMOST E. E. No. 1. Hybrid. Extra early, 66 days. Ears 8 inches long,
slightly tapered. Kernels bright golden yellow, 12 to 14 rowed. Plants, 5 feet tall,

strong and vigorous. Husk and flag leaves, heavy, good color. Yield, unusually high
for such an early corn. The attractive ears, good uniform size, have market and table
appeal. ‘Tender and sweet.

Lb., 65c; 10 Ibs., $6.00; 25 Ibs., $14.00; 100 Ibs., $55.00.
Not postpaid.

Hybrid Sweet Corn

Pop Corn
AUSTRALIAN HULLESS HYBRID. Dwarf growing;

heavy yielder of attractive ears; peculiar form, being
nearly as thick as long. Color pearly white. Entirely
hulless, making it the tenderest of any Pop Corn when

popped.
Lb., 65c; 5 Ibs., $3.00. Not postpaid.

MINNHYBRID No. 250. Developed by the Minnesota

Experiment Station from Japanese Hulless over which
it showed a marked improvement in yield equivalent to
about 15% more per acre with 25 to 30% greater ex-
pansion of popping which gives increased tenderness;
kernels are white.

Lb., 65c; 5 ibs., $3.00. Not postpaid.
SOUTH AMERICAN YELLOW, 110 days. Sunburst.

Better adapted for Michigan climate. It matures about
2 weeks earlier than the true type South American yel-
low. Amber color, large size when popped, having a
butter-colored tint.

Lb., 40c; 5 Ibs., $1.75. Not postpaid.
% Please Refer to Page 3 for Postal Rates.

Table and Pickling Cucumbers

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce of seed to 50 hills; 2 pounds per acre.
Cucumbers should not be planted until the ground is warm, about June Ist. For
pickles, they may be planted as late as July Ist. They require a warm, rich, sandy soil.
Plant in hills about 4 feet apart and about 8 seeds to the hill. When all danger from
insects is past, thin to 3 or 4 of the strongest plants. Broadcast 500-600 pounds com-
plete commercial fertilizer before planting.

Cucumber beetle—either No. 10 pyrocide dust or methoxychlor is the control measure
to keep your cucumbers clean. Apply promptly and grow your cucumbers without
any trouble.

GROWERS EARLY DARK GREEN, 70 days. Selected from Cubit variety. A comparatively

new variety of special merit, because of its excellent shape and dark green color. Fruits white
spined, cylindrical and hold their color to a larger size than most other varieties. Fruits 7/2 to 8
inches long. 1% inches in diameter. Shy seeder.

ACE HI, 65 days. White spine variety, 9 to 11 inches long, round at ends; dark green with
trace of light green around blossom scar, small seed cavity, crisp flesh.

STAYS GREEN. (Black Diamond). 60 days. Splendid for shipping. A rich dark green, 8 to 9
inches long, slightly tapered, full at both ends.

IMPROVED LONG GREEN. 68 days. A standard late, well-known table sort. 12 to 14 inches
long, slender, more or less warted, tapering towards the stem end, color dark green, flesh white

and firm.

WHITE SPINE. (Improved.) 58 days. A very fine, early strain. Fruit very rich, dark green,
symmetrical, thick and nearly square ended, vigorous and productive.

+ IMPROVED “A & C.”’ 68 days. The vigorous growing, disease-resistant vines produce an
abundance of uniform, exceedingly dark green Cucumbers, averaging 10 inches long. The fruits
are of uniform diameter from stem to blossom end, are rather slim, averaging 1% to 1! inches
in diameter, without any bulge in the center, and with practically no taper at the ends.

Pkt., 10c.
YORK STATE PICKLING. A mosaic resistant pickling type, for use in areas where this

disease prevents the production of a satisfactory crop of pickles. Vines and fruits are very
similar to Chicago Pickling. Oz,, 35¢; V4 Ib., 95c; Ib., $2.75, postpaid.

CHICAGO PICKLING or WESTER-
FIELD’S, 58 days. Early, heavy yield. A

very prolific variety combining all the qual-
ities desired by those who raise Cucum-
bers. Fruits are of uniform size and good
color. Used almost exclusively by all large

pickling houses. Pkt., 10¢.

HYBRID CUCUMBER. FOREMOST
SL-1. This Fl hybrid is the darkest green

Cucumber we have ever seen, it is a beau-
tifully symmetrical slicer, 8 inches long,
slender and cylindrical with blocky, round-
ed ends. The flesh is crisp, clear white with
unusually small seed cavity: It is white

Marketer

spined, and the spines are very few and
very fine. The skin is thick and quite ten-
der necessitating careful handling and
packing. It is earlier than Marketer and
A & C, in fact it produced two good sized
pickings by the time Marketer had made
only one picking of slicing sized fruits.
The seed is now available in trial packets ~,
only, containing about 50 seeds at 75c
per packet, postpaid.

STRAIGHT-8. 62 days. This outstanding variety

produces symmetrical cylindrical fruits about 8 inch-

es in length, and about 11% inches in diameter. The

fruits are well rounded at the ends. This is an ideal

shipping variety.

LONGFELLOW CUCUMBER. 72 days. An excel-

Jent long, slender, dark green variety, equally desir-*
able for greenhouse forcing or outdoor culture. 12 to

14 inches long by 24 inches in diameter. Fairly early,

a good healthy grower; very productive.

DAVIS’ PERFECT. 58 days. Is one of the most

prolific sorts. The fruit is long, slim and holds its
color till nearly ripe.

Prices, except as noted: Oz., 25c; 1% Ib., 85c;
Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

%MARKETER, 70 days. A variety of recent intro-

duction, producing very dark green cylindrical fruits
which taper slightly at the ends. Fruits 7/2 to 8 inch-
es long, 24 inches in diameter. White spined. Vines
vigorous and prolific. Its uniform shape and attractive
color make it an excellent market variety.

% This variety recommended by Michigan State College.

16 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Eggplant
CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 1000 plants. Seed germ-
inates very slowly and requires warm ground. Start in hotbeds in March,
transplant about June Ist, in rows about three feet apart and two feet
apart in the row. Eggplant requires a rich soil, free from disease and
rotation of crop is recommended.

BLACK BEAUTY. 80 days. Early and productive. Fruit large and
of rich glossy black color.

NEW YORK PURPLE. 80 days. A favorite market variety. Fruits
larger than the Black Beauty. The plant is large, spreading and spine-
less, producing 4 to 6 large, oval fruits of dark purple color.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00; Ib., $10.00, postpaid.

Kale or Borecole

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 150 feet of drill. Sow
from August Ist to September 15th in rows 18 inches apart, and they
will yield greens during fall and winter. They are improved by freezing.
DWARF CURLED SCOTCH. 110 days. A handsome, very finely
curled, dwarf spreading variety, foliage long and attractive bright green;
very hardy.
TALL CURLED SCOTCH. 110 days. Plants of this variety grow 2
to 3 feet in height, bearing long plumelike light green leaves, which
are very much cut and deeply curled at the edges. Very hardy.

' . Oz 25c;

Yq Ib., 85e;
Ib., $2.50, ren
postpaid. Eggplant

Endive

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 150 feet of drill. Sow
in rows about 15 inches apart and thin to one foot apart in the
tow. Sow seed for fall crop in June or July. When nearly full grown,
tie outer leaves together bringing them up over the head for
blanching. A well balanced fertilizer is recommended.
LONG GREEN CURLED or MOSS CURLED. 95 days. Also
known as Large Curled Pancalier. A late, coarsely toothed variety
of good size, which forms a good blanched heart in the fall. The
mid-rib or leaf stem is tinged with rose.
BROAD-LEAVED BATAVIAN. (Escarolle). 90 days. One of the
best varieties for salads; leaves of upright growth, broad, more or
less twisted and waved, bright deep green, with a nearly white mid-
rib. Inner leaves form a fair head which blanches a creamy white.

Oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 700; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
Collards

TRUE GEORGIA. “5 days. Plant 2 to 3 ft. high forming a clus-
ter of tender, undulated leaves at the top of its rather long stem;

Broad-Leaved Batavian Endive used as greens.

Oz., 20c; 1% Ib., 60c; Ib., $1.75, postpaid.

Cress or Pepper Grass

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. Sow early in the spring in rich, well prepared
soil, in rows about fifteen inches apart. Thin to four inches apart in the row.
EXTRA CURLED. (Pepper Grass). A small, curled plant having a fine pungent
flavor and used as a salad. Should be sown thickly and frequently, covering
very lightly as it soon runs to seed. May be cut several_times.

Oz., 20¢; 4 Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.50, postpaid.

TRUE WATER, A hardy perennial water plant; the sprightly flavored leaves of
which are prized for salads as well as for garnishing. Must be grown on moist
banks or in water covered soil.

Oz., 90c; %4 tb., $2.75; Ib., $8.00, postpaid.

Kohl - Rabi

TURNIP-ROOTED CABBAGE
CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 200 feet of drill. Seed should be
sown in light, rich soil, very early in the spring for early crop, in rows eighteen
inches apart and thin to six inches apart in the row. Plantings should be made the
latter part of July for fall use. Should be used when young and tender.
EARLY WHITE VIENNA. 60 days. Very early, small tops, can be planted

close together; best for forcing, or field culture.

Oz., 30c; 1% Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

Leek

AMERICAN FLAG, 150 days. Stem about 10 inches long by 2 inches thick. A
strong, vigorous plant with mild flavor. One of the best sorts for the market
garden.

ELEPHANT. (Monstrous Carentan). 150 days. Large stems 6 to 8 inches long,
2 to 3 inches thick. Leaves very dark green, hardy, prolific, for fall and early
winter use.

Oz., 60c; 1% Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid. ‘White Vienna Kohl-Rabi

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice.

Leaf Lettuce

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 150 feet of to use. Head lettuce should be sown in rows 18-24 inches
drill. Lettuce requires rich soil to grow best quality. Mix apart and thinned to 12-15 inches apart in the row.
a complete commercial fertilizer with the soil and sow seed During warm weather germination may be greatly aided
very early in the spring. For leaf lettuce sow in rows 12 by firming the seed bed and sow the seed shallow. Keep
inches apart and do not thin until plants are big enough the soil moist until germination is completed.

The above photograph shows the Grand Rapids Forcing Lettuce, Washington Strain, in full

%

ie, as,
in the greenhouse,

bloom

where it is possible, by careful plant selection, to keep ic up to its original purity.

GRAND RAPIDS FORCING LETTUCE, WASH-
INGTON STRAIN. 45 days. This splendid strain
is one of the favorite strains being used by all of the
larger growers, who recommend it as a superior Let-
tuce. The late Mr. Yonker, who was one of our lead-
ing greenhouse growers, by careful plant selection,
has kept it up to its original purity. It is absolutely
true to type. Color is light green, heads very leafy,
leaf crisp, tender and curly, quality of the best. We

Black-Seeded Simpson
%This variety recommended by Michigan State College

grow our own foundation seed in the greenhouse, as shown by the
above photograph and send it to one of the best seed growers on
the coast to grow the seed crop.

Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
GRAND RAPIDS TIP-BURN RESISTANT. 45 days. Color

light green, somewhat like the Washington strain, being used for
greenhouse growing where tip-burn is visible.

Oz., 25c; % lb., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
¥*SLOBOLT. A new variety of the Grand Rapids type that is slow
to bolt, developed by the United States Dept. of Agriculture and has
a definite cha1acteristic for withstanding high growing temperatures.
Large, erect, compact; leaves broad, wavy, heavily fringed on the
edges, tender, of light green color.

Oz., 30c; % Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.
EARLY CURLED SIMPSON, 40 days. An early loose leaf va-
riety. One of the best sorts for the home garden.

Oz., 25c; % Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
BLACK-SEEDED SIMPSON. 40 days. One of the best loose
leaved varieties for the home garden or for the market garden, for
outdoor sowing. Can be grown all through the season; very tender.

Pkt., 10c; oz., 25¢; 4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
PRIZEHEAD. 45 days. A crisp and tender loose-leaved, non-head-
ing sort, color light brown on a medium green base, quality good.

Oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
CHICKEN. Tall, leafy, prolific. Dark green.

Oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
OAK-LEAVED. 43 days. A distinct Lettuce. Leaves are smooth
but are deeply lobed to resemble the leaf of an oak tree.

Medium large size, spreading, fairly dark green. Leaves are
thick, succulent and tender.

Oz., 30c; 4 Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

18 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Head Lettuce JADE is a large head, very dark green, leaves heavily

savoyed (wrinkled and curled) and cold resistant. It is
ALASKA, This was tested out of USDA No. 3310, and was 4 midseason variety that shows special promise as a fall
given the name when it proved specially suited to that territory, crop in the irrigated valleys of the Southwest. Its most
where it has outyielded the good yielders, Great Lakes and yajuable characteristic is its cold resistance in late stages
Cornell 456. It has shown resistance to anthracnose to which — o¢ erowth, and it can be grown so as to mature between
both of these varieties are susceptible. It is large, dark green, the fall and winter crop, the coldest period in these
late maturing, late bolting and tip burn resistant. It also does valleys. Jade also shows promise for the early spring
well in various places in the States (but not better than Great crop in the Middle Atlantic states.

Lakes). Oz., $2.25; V4 Ib., $7.50, postpaid. Oz., $2.25; Y% Ib., $7.50, postpaid.

BIG BOSTON. 76 days. Heads best in cool weather of early
spring and late fall. We do not recommend it for the hot
weather months.

Oz., 25c; % Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.
WHITE BOSTON. 76 days. Has a fine, large solid head and
light green outer leaves. but does not have the brown edges. A
tightly folded heart that bleaches to a bright, creamy yellow
shade. It is sweet and crisp.

Oz., 25c; %4 Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

%* GREAT LAKES. 83 days. A heading variety of the Imperial
type, developed by the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture and the
Michigan State College. Leaves large and well folded; heavy
ribs. Shows considerable resistance to tip-burn and ability to
head under adverse conditions.

PREMIER GREAT LAKES. 75 days. Developed from a single

plant selection of Great Lakes at Penn. State College. All-
America Bronze Medal, 1947. Heads solid, practically round,
up to 7 inches in diameter and two pounds in weight. Slow to
bolt and very resistant to tip-burn.

GREAT LAKES No. 428. 75-80 days. An early strain.
PENNLAKE. 83 days. Developed at the Pennsylvania Experi-
ment Station, from a cross of Great Lakes and Imperial 847.
Heads compact and well covered, protected from scald by broad
wrapper leaves. Less ribby than Great Lakes, but equally solid
and resistant to tip-burn.

Except as noted: Oz., 65c; %4 Ib., $2.00; Ib., $6.00,
postpaid.

Imperial or Cornell 456

IMPERIAL or CORNELL 456. 82 days. A true selection of the Imperial
type. This strain shows greater resistance to tip-burn than does the Imperial
No. 44. Particularly adapted for muck soils. Frame and head slightly smaller
than Great Lakes, but makes a firm and harder head. It is a lighter green
in color, and also resistant to early bolting.

IMPERIAL 44, 82 days. This is somewhat smiliar to Imperial 152, being a
hybrid from this popular variety. It has very long well-folded leaves and pro-
duces hard well-formed heads under ideal circumstances.

IMPERIAL No. 152. 82 days. New heading variety that is outstanding
over other varieties. Resistant to brown blight, and well adapted for early fall
planting. ‘The heads are medium sized, hard and attractive.

IMPERIAL No. 847, 83 days. Resistant to brown blight.

Above varieties: Oz., 60c; 1/4 Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid.
NEW YORK No. 515 IMPROVED. 8! days. Medium size, compact plant,
but produces heads of good size. Head leaves quite upright at early

stages of growth, but at maturity the heads are round and well formed. Color
a rather bright green.

NEW YORK or WONDERFUL. 75 days. A large, late globular heading

is variety; leaves broad, of thick texture, fairly blistered and crumpled, and
Cos Lettuce the borders frilled; color dark green, quality good. Known in California
and the West as ‘“‘Los Angeles’ and shipped to eastern markets under the
misleading name of ‘Iceberg.’ For an all-season variety stands unrivaled.

OR:

Read Roy E. Biles’

“GARDEN MAGIC” Above varieties: Oz., 45c; V4 Ib., $1.35; Ib., $4.00, postpaid.

320 pages, 17 full color illustrations, ROMAINE or EARLY WHITE. SELF-FOLDING LETTUCE. 66 days.
hundreds of line drawings; practical, We consider this the very best strain of the Cos variety. Very uniform in type,
durable binding and gilt stamped; Size and forms a compact, firm head. Color dark green outside and beautifully
8x1034 inches. blanched inside. Very crisp; sweet.

$3.95, Postpaid DARK GREEN COS. 70 days. A medium large dark green variety which

ALSO the MODERN FAMILY GAR- forms a good sized, well folded head.

DEN BOOK, 160 pages, fully illustrat- BIBB LETTUCE. :

ed; size 7x1014 inches.
1.75, Postpaid
Plus 2 Michigan Bales Tax. SALAD BOWL. An excellent home garden lettuce.
Oz., 60c; Y% Ib., $2.25; Ib., $6.70,- postpaid.

Above varieties: Oz., 25¢; 4 Ib., 75c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

*This variety recommended by Michigan State College

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids
Muskmelons

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce will plant 50 hills, two
pounds an acre. Melons do best in a rich, sandy soil. Broadcast
800-1000 pounds complete commercial fertilizer per acre before
planting. Hills should be from 4 to 6 feet apart. Plant 10 to 12
seeds to the hill. Cover seeds with an inch of soil. When danger
from frost and insects is past, thin to three good plants to the hill.

Either No. 10 pyrocide dust or methoxychor is the control measure

to keep your muskmelons clean. Apply promptly and grow your
melons without any trouble.

CRAIG’S HONEY. 90 days. 7'% inches long by 612
inches diameter; skin pearly green; distinct ribbing.
Very coarse netting; flesh very thick, firm with ex-
ceptionally deep salmon color, of delicious quality,
sweet and spicy. Excellent for home garden. Un-
equalled for roadside market trade.

+r HEARTS OF GOLD. 88 days. A splendid small,
midseason variety. Fruit round, 6 inches long and 54%
inches in diameter, weighing 3 to 3 Ibs., with a
tendency to heart shape, lightly ribbed and covered
with a fine gray netting; flesh very thick, deep salmon
color, and of high quality; a good shipping Melon.

Pkt., 10c.

+4%HONEY ROCK. 80 days. One of the most pro-
lific varieties grown. The fruit is round, slightly flat-
tened at the ends, 5 to 6 inches in diameter, weigh-
ing 3 to 4 lbs., and distinctly netted. The flesh is

Honey Rock Muskmelon

: : : 2 soa BENDER’S SURPRISE. 90 days. Delicious, salmon fleshed
ae pee se as eu aetals Nae cae and Melon, medium to large; oval, distinctly ribbed and covered
Pkt. 10 EPO with slight patches of netting; skin light yellow when ripe.
or C.

IROQUOIS, 90 days. This new Melon has definite resistance to
Fusarium wilt. Fruits are round to oval, about 6! inches in
diameter, with prominent ribs and good netting; the rind is
tough and holds up well. Flesh is deep orange color, of fine
texture and excellent quality.

SCHOON’S HARD SHELL. 20 days. Thick, oval, prominent
ribbing with abundant coarse netting; skin gray-green becoming
yellow at maturity; flesh very thick, deep salmon-orange, well
flavored, excellent quality. 642 to 78 inches in diameter, weigh-
ing 5 to 7 Ibs.

EXTRA EARLY OSAGE. 84 days. Standard variety of splen-
did quality for nearby markets and home gardens. Fruits 6 to 7
inches long; almost round; with shallow furrows and_ sparse
shallow netting. Flesh very thick; salmon-orange; fine-grained,
sweet and aromatic. :

OSAGE or MILLER’S CREAM. 92 days. Splendid Melon for
home or market garden. Fruits 7 inches long and 6% inches
in diameter. Almost round; dark green skin that shows trace of
yellowing at ripening stage, slightly netted and ribbed, flesh
very thick, juicy, sweet, spicy, deep salmon-orange.

PRIDE OF WISCONSIN. (Market King.) 85 days. Similar
in size and shape to Honey Rock. Oval in shape with tough,
heavily netted rind. 6 inches long and 5! inches in diameter,
weighing 312 to 4142 lbs. Flesh deep orange and very thick,
sweet and of excellent quality.

Prices: Oz., 25c; V4 Ib., 85c; Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

Iroquois

HALE’S BEST No. 936. 82 days.
Is fairly early; a good shipper, oval

in shape, averaging 5 in. in diame-
ter and 7 to 9 in. long, with heavy
netting, and fairly prominent ribs.
The flesh is a rich deep salmon
color with a very fine flavor.

NN. DELIGHT, All-Amer-
dordeche nisin for 1952. An out-
standing Melon for home and local
market, but not recommended for
long distance shipping. It is a large,
broad, oval Melon of the Pride of
Wisconsin type, but larger and ear-
lier. Has very thick salmon-colored
flesh with one of the best flavors of
any Melon in its class. Attractive
grayish green netting on the skin
with almost indistinct ribbing.
Shows outstanding ability to produce
high quality Melons under adverse
weather conditions, and it is believ-
ed will become one of the most pop-
ular Melons for home garden and
local market use.

Prices of Golden Delight:

—Oz., 65¢; VY Ib., $1.85; . Golden Delight
1 Ib., $5.50, postpaid.

*%This variety recommended by Michigan State College

20 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Selected Varieties of Watermelon

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 30 hills, about four
pounds per acre. Watermelons want rich, sandy soil. Cultural
directions the same as for Muskmelons, except the hills should
be eight feet apart.

HARRIS EARLIEST. (Cole’s Early). 75 days. The best ex-

tremely early variety; fruits medium size, broad, oval; weighing
10 to 12 Ibs., dark green stripes alternate with lighter; rind
brittle, flesh bright red of good quality, seeds blackish.

TOM WATSON. 92 days. Produces Melons 18 to 24 inches
Jong by 10 to 12 inches in diameter, weighing 35 to 40 Ibs.
Flesh deep red and very crisp; melting and of exquisite flavor.
Good shipper.

WwKLECKLEY’S SWEET or MONTE CRISTO. 85 days.

One of the sweetest Melons on the market; medium early,
long, averaging 18 to 20 inches, slightly tapering to the stem
end, weighing 30 to 40 pounds. Rind very dark green, flesh
very bright red and ripens nearly to the rind. Too tender for
a shipping Melon, but excellent for market and home garden.
Pkt., 10c. Dixie Queen Watermelon

Den Se re rece ee eage eo ce

Medium early; fruit oblong, weighing to s.; rin NEW HAMPSHIRE MIDGET, Was introduced by the

light green, mottled and veined; flesh scarlet, solid to New Hampshire Experiment Station and won an All-Amer-

center, sweet, melting and delicious. Not a good shipper. ica Selection Award. It is a small or “ice-box” type of
: : ; Melon. It reaches maturity much earlier than most varieties

85 days. A medium early variety growin ; 1 es ; F

ulate ty hear roan to oblong fea with rather i nee ener eae Rand ate Opa aT yaa Ey ee

thick, tough rind and a good shipper, weighing 20 to 25 Ibs restricted to this section. The Melon is small, elliptically

Caloriven: Wohi areen, flesh “brick teredeawith “black seeds, .—- S#4ped, with a thin rind and many small seeds. It must be

- As ewe : 8 : ; harvested at early maturity, since it will not hold up well!

if it becomes over-ripe.

] 90 days. The old well known
clTRON bbb terd ch ates ‘ Oz., 30c; 4 Ib., $1.00; 1 Ib., $3.00, postpaid.
Oz., 25c; V4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.
IRISH GREY. 95 days. Especially valu-
able for distant shipping. Fruits large ob-
tong; uniform light grayish green, rind ex-
tremely hard and rough; flesh bright red,
of good quality, weighing around 35 Ibs.

Oz., 25c; %.\lb., 85c; Ib., $2.50,
postpaid.

DIXIE QUEEN, 85 days. A new variety,

for the market and the home garden. Ex-
cellent quality, fruit nearly round, with
light and dark green stripes, growing to a
good size. Rind thin, but tough—flesh
bright scarlet, solid, of fine texture, weigh-
ing around 30 Ibs.

Oz., 25c; V4 lb., 70c; Ib., $2.00, °
postpaid.

OG
Kleckley’s Sweet or Monte Cristo

STONE MOUNTAIN. This variety combines

extra large size with earliness. It is nearly round in No. 10 PYROCIDE DUST is
shape, pleasingly green in color and unexcelled for the control measure against
sweetness and juiciness. Fruits weigh from 35 to 40 beetles and other insects. Apply
pounds in the South, and the 95 days required for promptly and grow your Melons
maturity make it easily possible to grow correspon- without any trouble. Circular
dingly large fruits in the North. free on request.

Oz., 25c; Ya Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

Mustard

SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED. 60 days. Plant vigorous and hardy, upright spreading
growth, leaves large, green tinged yellow, much crumpled and frilled at the edges.

LARGE SMOOTH-LEAF. 50 days. Large, vigorous leaves, broad and oval, deep green,
margin toothed but otherwise plain.

FLORIDA BROAD LEAF. 50 days. Large vigorous growth; leaves green, large, thick,
broad-oval with distinct whitish mid-rib, margin toothed, but not frilled.

Oz., 15¢; %4 Itb., 45c; tb., $1.25, postpaid.

Okra or Gumbo
WHITE VELVET. 60 days. Plants 312 feet high, pods white, long, smooth and tender;
early and productive.

PERKINS MAMMOTH LONG POD. 56 days. For home and market garden. Plants 4
to 5 feet tall, pods dark green, fleshy, tender, becoming 7 to 8 inches long. Distinctly

ribbed and tapered.
Oz., 15¢; V4 Ib., 30c; Ib., $1.00, postpaid. Okra

*%This variety recommended by Michigan State College

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 2)

Choice Onion Seed

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 150 feet of drill;
about 4 to 6 pounds to the acre. Onions for the market are
generally grown on muck land in Michigan, but may be grown
for home use on any rich, loamy soil. They appreciate plenty
of fertilizer on muck; the market growers apply heavily about
a 3-9-27 fertilizer. Drill in rows about a foot apart, covering
seed to a depth of 12 inch. Use only fresh, l-year-old Onion seed.

On dry Onions Dieldrin 142% dust gives excellent control of
both maggots and thrips. This material should not be used on
a crop to be used as green Onions.

DOWNING’S YELLOW GLOBE. 4 new strain of Yellow
Globe type, and superseding all the others. Compared with

Brigham Yellow Globe, it has a uniformly darker celor and is
considered an improvement over the well known storage types.
Bulbs globe-shaped, are very solid with tight fitting skins; ex-
cellent keeping qualities. 110 days to maturity.

Oz., 40c; % Ib., $1.25; Ib., $3.75, postpaid.
BRIGHAM STRAIN. (The long keeping Onion). 109 days.

One of the leading varieties of yellow globe Onions. Bulbs are
selected for type and quality and produce Onions that are larger
with a vigorous growth. They are good keepers, globe shaped
with a rich golden color.

: Oz., 40c; 1% Ib., $1.25; Ib., $3.75, postpaid.

Downing’s ) EXTRA EARLY YELLOW GLOBE. 98 days. Ex-
Yellow Globe cellent semi-globe shaped and is a good yielder. It rip-
ens well, and under normal conditions the bulbs are

Sweet Spanish ready for market 10 days ahead of the Southport Yellow

Globe. The color is a rich deep yellow and it can be

MICHIGAN STATE SWEET SPANISH. A® improved strain kept in storage for a limited time.

of Sweet Spanish, developed by Dr. Harmer of the Michigan pens 4 °
State College. Selected and developed for a long keeping storage Oz., 40c; % Ib., $1.20; Ib., $3.50, postpaid.

Onion. Very productive, good color, and fine for shipping.

UTAH SWEET SPANISH. |10 days. Desirable because of its

deep yellow color, excellent keeping qualities, thicker skin and
uniformity in size. Bulbs are globe shape at about 2'% to 3
inches, when larger they assume a slightly flattened globe shape.
Flesh white and of mild, pleasing flavor.

SWEET SPANISH, GROWER’S STRAIN. 110 days. The
largest yielder of the yellow Onions, averaging 3 to 4 inches in
diameter, The best and not susceptible to the attack of thrip.
Good keeper and shipper.

WHITE SWEET SPANISH. !10 days. Similar to the original
Sweet Spanish, except that it is white with glistening skin.
Globe-shaped.

Oz., 60c; 4 Ib., $1.80; Ib., $5.50, postpaid.

EBENEZER. An excellent variety for producing sets of ex-
ceptional keeping qualities. Bulbs deep flat, of medium size;
dark yellow, very firm, with thick skin.

Oz., 30c; 4 Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

Sweet
Spanish
Grower’s
Strain

Hybrid Onions

ASGROW Y-40. Seed crop failure.
ASGROW Y-41. Seed crop failure.

ASGROW Y-42. A hybrid of Yellow Sweet Spanish type,
but about 10 days earlier than this well known old variety,

The bulbs are globular with good tight necks, deep straw-
colored skins, and mild, white flesh. Produces a heavy yield
of large, uniform and attractive Onions. Bulb medium firm.
Medium long keeper. Seed supply limited.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $2.75; Ib., $10.00, postpaid.
F-1 HYBRID WINTER KEEPER. 103 days. Originator

describes it as a late keeper of good brown color, harvesting
one week earlier than Southport Yellow Globe. Uniform in
size, and a heavy yielder. Order early.

Oz., $1.50; 4 Ib., $3.00: 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.
5-lb. lots at $8.50 per Ib.

F-1 Hybrid Winter Keeper

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice

22 7 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan
foo GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Onion Seeds—Continued
PRiIZETAKER or MAMMOTH YELLOW SPANISH. 105
days. Very large, and nearly round, light straw color, very mild
and sweet. Late.

Oz., 65c; V4 tb., $2.00; Ib., $6.00, postpaid.
YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS, 105 days. A popular depend-
able variety. Is an exceptional keeper.

Oz., 65c; 4 Ib., $2.00; Ib., $6.00, postpaid.
WSOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE. 120 days. Same type as
Southport Yellow Globe, with a thin delicate skin of pure
paper whiteness, but two weeks earlier and exceedingly mild.
It usually comimands the highest price on the market.

Oz., 60c; 1% Ib., $1.80; 1 Ib., $5.50, postpaid.
WHITE PORTUGAL or SILVERSKIN. 100 days. An early

flat white Onion of mild flavor. Used mostly to grow sets.
Oz., 60c; 4 Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid.
WHITE BARLETTA, 65 days. One of the earliest, hand-

somest and smallest of white pickling Onions. Makes a good
bunching sort.

Oz., 50c; 1% Ib., $1.50; Ib., $4.50, postpaid.
WHITE WELCH. 100 days. While it forms no bulbs it is
one of the best for bunching as green Onions. Very hardy. The
white shoots make a rapid growth and are ready for market
ahead of those from sets. Mild and delicate in flavor.

Oz., 50c; 1% Ib., $1.50; Ib., $4.50, postpaid.
LONG BUNCHING (Heshiko.) (American grown). A

new perennial bunching Onion that does not form a bulb.

Oz., 60c; 1% Ib., $1.70; Ib., $5.00, postpaid. Southport White Globe
WHITE LISBON, 100 days. A white non-bulbing variety, -
medium size, round, swells only slightly at base, thick neck, Chives

skin clear white, flesh white, juicy and mild flavor. Grown

A hard erennial of the Onion type. Listed under
almost exclusively for an early bunching Onion. oe . yp

“Herbs” on page 26.

Oz., 50c; %4 Ib., $1.50; 1 Ib., $4.50, postpaid. Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00; Ib., $10.00,
= — postpaid.
Parsley

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 150 feet of drill. Seed germ-
inates very slowly. Sow thickly in rows about 15 inches apart, and thin to
four or five inches apart in the row. Parsley requires a rich soil.

TRIPLE CURLED or MOSS CURLED. (Paramount.) 85 days. Plant
handsome, beautifully curled and rapid grower. Will produce a large crop.
HAMBURG ROOTED, 90 days. Grown for the root which resembles a
Parsnip in shape and color. Foliage very much like plain Parsley.

Oz., 25c; “4 Ib., 70c; 1 Ib., $2.00. postpaid.

Onion Sets : - |

Parsnips
CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce will sow 100-150 feet of drill,
3 to 4 pounds per acre. Sow in April or May. Parsnips require a long
season to mature. Sow thickly covering to depth of 14 inch. Thin as for
Carrots. Use only fresh one-year-old seed. Parsnips may require several
weeks to germinate.

HARRIS MODEL or ALL AMERICAN, A most refined Parsnip. Excep-

tionally smooth and free from side roots, with a very attractive whitish
color. Roots about 12 inches long with a well proportioned shoulder uni-
formerly tapered to tip. Very tender and of fine flavor.

Oz., 15c; V4 Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.25, postpaid.

HOLLOW CROWN. 130 days. Thick shoulder. This variety is more
generally grown than any other sort; roots smooth, tender and sugary.

Oz., 15¢; V4 Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.25, postpaid.
LONG SMOOTH DUTCH or SUGAR. 130 days. Roots very long,

slim, much sweeter than the Hollow Crown.

Oz., 15c; % Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.25, postpaid.
SHORT THICK, 100 days. A fine bunch vegetable, tops one-half size
of Hollow Crown. Short, thick roots, free from strings, flavor much more
delicate than other varieties of Parsnips. Fully a month earlier than Hollow
Crown and reach maturity in 100 days.

Oz., 20c; 1% Ib., 50c; 1 Ib., $1.50, postpaid.
Strawberry
Plants

Dunlap, Premier or
Everbearing. We will
have good, sturdy plants
‘in season, and _ solicit
your inquiries.

xge

Moss-Curled Parsley

a
“Paramount”

Hollow Crown Parsnip

All prices subject to market changes without notice

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 23

Garden Peas

PEAS are not discounted, the regular list price being ‘“‘net’’, and are not postpaid.
Money to cover postage must be included on mail orders or will be weighed to cover
the actual funds received.

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. Two pounds will plant 100 feet of drill; about 2 bushels
or 120 pounds per acre. Peas do best on well-drained, rich, sandy loam that has been
manured the previous season. Plant smooth, early sorts as soon as the ground can be
worked in the spring. The wrinkled varieties are liable to rot if the soil is cold and
wet, and should be planted later.

ALASKA, 57 days. A small, smooth blue Pea, and one of the earliest. Grown largely by
canners and market gardeners for early crop. Vines about two feet in height, pods small,
but well filled. Can nearly all be harvested at one picking.

Alaska only: Lb., 35c; 5 Ibs., $1.65; 15 Ibs. (1 pk.), $3.75;
60 Ibs. (1 bu.), $13.75. Not postpaid.

LITTLE MARVEL or DARK PODDED SUTTON’S EXCELSIOR. 60 days. One of

the most prolific of the second early sorts. Pods long, 3 to 4 inches, filled with deliciously
sweet Peas. Vines about 15 inches tall.

LITTLE GEM. 58 days. A second early, hardy variety. Prolific, bearing pods on both
sides of the stalk, beginning near the ground. Pods medium length, round, and well

Dwarf Telephone Peas
home garden.

te IMPROVED LAXTONIAN. 62 days. The best of

the Laxtonian type. Second early. A little earlier than
the Gradus. Vine 16 inches high, sturdy, dark green
and productive; pods dark green, four inches, broad,
containing eight large Peas of excellent quality. The best
second early, big-podded sort. Suitable for quick freezing.

%WORLD’S RECORD. 58 days. A new variety on the

order of Gradus, being slightly earlier, more productive
and true to a fixed type. Grows about 2 feet in height,
with large, dark green pods nearly 4 inches in length,
broad, pointed and always well filled with large, sweet
Peas of splendid quality. An excellent, profitable sort for
home or market garden. Suitable for quick freezing.

%* THOMAS LAXTON. 62 days. One of the best second

early sorts for the market gardeners. Vines of same
height as the Gradus, but a little earlier, more hardy and
productive. Pods long, blunt-ended and well filled with
large Peas. Peas wrinkled. Suitable for quick freezing.

%DWARF TELEPHONE. A splendid main crop Pea,

coming between the Telephone and Stratagem. Of the
Stratagem type, but a heavier yielder. Height 242 feet.
Foliage very heavy, sturdy and dark green. Pods 4/4
inches long, dark green, broad, straight and pointed,
containing nine large, medium dark green Peas of the
best quality. Suitable for quick freezing.

% ALDERMAN or TELEPHONE. 72 days. A little
later than Telephone. Vines about 4 ft. in height; very

heavy foliage. One of the most productive sorts. Pods
long, dark green, well filled; seed wrinkled. Suitable for
quick freezing.

LAXTON‘S PROGRESS. 60 days. Splendid variety for

home, market garden and shipping. Vines dwarf, about
22 inches, dark green, prolific. Pods 4¥4 inches long,
handsome; dark green; plump, tapered at ends. Seeds
large, wrinkled, cream, interior yellow. Suitable for quick
freezing.:

filled to the end. Height of vine about 15 inches. Seed green, wrinkled.

AMERICAN WONDER.

very dwarf and productive. Pods small, but well filled. The most delicious Pea for the

60 days. One of the earliest and sweetest wrinkled Peas. Vines

CALIFORNIA BLACKEYE. 95 days. A newer improved se-

lection. Has concentrated pod set at crown. Holds pods erect, has
large seed and is resistant to charcoal rot, cowpea wilt and
nematodes. Normally much more productive than the old type
Black Eye. Popular for edible purposes.

1 lb., 40c; 10 Ibs., $3.50; 25 Ibs., $7.75. Not postpaid.

Edible Pod Sugar Peas

The pods of the varieties listed below are cooked with the
Peas. They have a high sugar content and make a delicious dish,
and once tried, they will be regularly grown.

DWARF WHITE SUGAR. (Wilt resistant.) 64-67 days. Vines
24 to 30 in. tall. Slender, medium green, branching, productive,
white blossomed. The pods are 212-3 in.x5@-%4 in., straight to
slightly curved, fairly plump, semi-pointed, light green, borne
singly or doubly, tender, excellent quality.

DWARF GRAY SUGAR. 62 days. A dwarf, edible pod varie-
ty. Vines about 2 feet high. Cook pods like string Beans.

MELTING SUGAR, or EDIBLE POD. 7° days. A tall varie-
ty, bearing large, flat, brittle pods. These are sweet and are cut
or broken and cooked like string Beans. It is a delicious vege-
table and should be better known and more generally used.

Lbi7735Cs1001bs.7 1.057 olsen La pk.) no 5.052
60 Ibs. (1 bu.), $13.75. Not postpaid.

World’s Record Peas

xcLb., 35c; 5 Ibs., $1.65; 14 Ibs. (1 pk.), $3.50; 56 Ibs. (1 bu.), $12.75. Not postpaid.

% Due to present rates of postage and pending changes, please bear in mind that anything that is quoted ‘Not Postpaid”
means the postage will be extra and in the case of 10 Ibs. of Peas, the mailing weight would be at least 12 or 13 Ibs. on
which the rates in force at time of ordering would prevail. Additional money must be included with the order for the
postage, however, if it is not enough to cover the postage due, we will weigh the seeds to cover the actual funds received.
Any extra money that is sent, and not needed, will be refunded immediately when your order is filled.

“Ss

24

California
Wonder
Pepper

LONG RED CAYENNE, 70 days. Pendent fruits about 5 inches long

and % inch in diameter at the base, often curved and twisted; bright
red, hot and pungent.

Oz., 90c; 1% Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid.
HUNGARIAN YELLOW WAX. (Hot.) 60 days. Very early. De-

sirable for home, market garden and canning. Plants small, heavily
productive. Fruits 6 to 7 inches long, 2 inches thick, tapered, smooth,
waxy light yellow becoming bright red. Flesh thick, pungent.

Oz., 90c; 1% Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid.
HUNGARIAN YELLOW SWEET. 60 days. Considered the first

early Pepper in the season. The fruit is from 512 to 6 inches long by
1¥2 inches in diameter, tapered, smooth flesh; is fairly thick and pun-
gent. Color is waxy yellow, becoming a bright red at maturity.

Oz., $1.00; %4 Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.

VINEDALE. 62 days. All-America Selection. Vigorous, dwarf, very
productive, extra early, uniform, dependable. Fruit medium size, con-
ical with blunt or pointed ends. Fruits turn red early.

Oz., $1.35; Y% Ib., $4.50; 1 Ib., $16.00, postpaid.

SWEET BANANA. 65 days. The plant is 20 to 24 inches tall, up-
right, dark green, very vigorous, heavy foliage of large leaves. Fruit

612 to 742 inches long, 1 inches in diameter, tapered to the point
with very slight curve; sweet, medium flesh wall, light yellow turning
to bright red at maturity. Is an excellent variety for home and garden.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.

BULL NOSE or LARGE BELL. 55 days. Large, bell-shaped, thick
fleshed fruit. Good for Mango pickles.

Oz., 90c; 4 Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid.

WORLD BEATER, 70 days. The most prolific large Pepper. Fruit
very large, about 5 inches long. Flesh thick, mild and sweet. Pepper

tapering and of a bright ruby color when ripe and very attractive.

Oz., 90c; 4 Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid.

RUBY KING. 65 days. One of the most profitable and satisfactory
varieties for the home or market garden; plants are early, productive
and of dwarf compact, upright growth; fruits pendent, often 4 to 6
inches long by 3 to 4 inches thick, tapering and of a bright ruby-red
color; flesh is thick, mild and sweet.

Oz., 90c; Ya Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid.

PIMENTO. 73 days. A rather late, very thick-fleshed, heart-shaped,
smooth, mild, crimson variety; much used for salads.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.

RED CHILI. 85 days. Small, red, cone-shaped. Very hot and pro-
lific. Used for seasoning.

Oxz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Peppers

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce will
produce about 2000 plants; 8000-9000 plants for
an acre. Sow seeds in hotbeds from February to
April; transplant to open ground when all danger
from frost is past, in rows about 3 feet apart and
18 inches apart in the row. Seed can be sown in
the open ground late in May, and thinned as
above. Cover seed about half an inch.
CALIFORNIA WONDER. 72 days. Thickness
of flesh alone, which is often 3% of an inch, places
this sweet Pepper above all others. Vigorous
growing plants, blocky fruit 5 inches long and
4 inches wide. When fully matured, it has a
waxed appearance.

Oz., 90c; %4 Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, post-
aid.

OAKVIEW WONDER, 63 days. An earlier and
more productive strain of California Wonder.
Fruits blocky, smooth, with thick, mild, sweet
flesh. Plants shorter and stockier but fruits are
set earlier and more abundantly. An outstanding
strain unsurpassed for shipping and for the home
and market garden.

Oz., $1.00; % Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00,
postpaid.

CHINESE GIANT. 80 days.
12 to 15 inches in circumference.
tender, mild and sweet.

Oz., $1.00; % Ib., $3.00; 1
postpaid.

HARRIS’ EARLY GIANT. 63 days. The ear-
liest and most prolific of all large Peppers. Is of
dwarf, compact growth, bearing as many as 12
pendent fruits on a single plant. Fruit scarlet,
measuring 5 inches long by 3! inches in diam-
eter; 3-lobed, mild and sweet. A profitable Pep-

per for the market.
Oz., $1.00; Y% Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00,
Fruits To-

postpaid.
SUNNYBROOK, 73 days. Sweet.

mato-shaped, 2 inches deep, 3 inches in diameter,
smooth, glossy dark green turning to deep scarlet-
red. Flesh thick and sweet. It is early and pro-
ductive. Truly a home garden variety.

Oz., $1.00; % Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00,
postpaid. ;
KING OF THE NORTH. 64 days. A late in-
troduction and a winner. Similar in type to Ruby
King but decidedly earlier. The plant is of me-
dium size and prolific. The fruit is long, mod-
erately slender, tapering to 3 or 4 points.

Oz., 90c; 4 Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, post-
paid.

Mammoth fruits
Flesh _ thick,

Ib., $9.00,

Oakview
Wonder

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan Ze

Pumpkins

Connecticut Field Pumpkin

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce of seed for
20 hills. About 8 pounds per acre. Seed should be
planted in hills 8 to 10 feet apart each way, after soil
gets warm. Cultivate until vines begin to run, Cut
pumpkins after leaves die, leaving 3 to 4 inches of stem
attached to fruit. Store in a dry place, and do not bruise.
Dust with pyrocide No. 10 or rotenone to control vine

borer.

CONNECTICUT FIELD. 70 days. Generally used for

planting in Corn for stock feeding; also makes good pies.

KING OF THE MAMMOTHS. !20 days. The giant

among Pumpkins. Often grows two feet or more in
diameter.

H4SUGAR PIE. 108 days. Fruit small, round, flattened
at the ends, and slightly ribbed. Skin and flesh deep
orange-yellow. Flesh very thick and of high quality.

WINTER LUXURY. 100 days. Round, medium in size,

with a golden yellow skin closely netted like a netted
Muskmelon; sweet and finely flavored and an exception-
ally good keeper.

Prices: Oz., 25c¢; 4 Ib., 70c; Ib., $2.00, postpaid.

Radishes

CAVALIER. 25 days. A highly colored and attractive
variety for all purposes and especially for shipping. Tops
small, roots oblong-globe, very firm and of bright red color.
Especially adapted for growing on muck soils,

%* GRAND RAPIDS FORCING. 20 days. New, im-

proved. The best greenhouse variety and the earliest of the
Scarlet Globe type, but superior in every way for green-
house forcing. When properly grown it is the most handsome
and best forcing sort with the shortest top and the Radishes
are ready to pull before you realize it on this account. A
scarlet globe variety with a short top.

Radishes ptefer a deep, rich, sandy soil and an application
of a well balanced fertilizer.

Prices: Oz., 15c; 1% Ib., 30c; Ib., $1.00;
or more, 85c per lb. Not postpaid.

10 Ibs.

Knee Pads

The most comfortable, sturdy, long wearing knee pads
available. Constructed of top quality molded rubber, with
soft sponge rubber cushion on the inside gives positive pro-
tection against sore, aching knees. Light weight, and form
fit for any knee. Ideal for anybody who is a down-on-the-
knee worker. Mailing weight 3 lbs.

Price: $2.50 per pair. Postage will be extra.

EARLY SCARLET GLOBE. 20 days. We have an excep-

tionally fine stock of this grand variety, which has been
tested by having crops grown both in greenhouses and out-
doors. Our new stock will not be sold until it is tested. It
is one of the earliest forcing Radishes, and does equally as
well for outdoor culture. Roots are globe-shaped, of fair size,
not apt to be pithy, small tops, crisp and tender, color
bright scarlet. A scarlet globe variety with a medium top.

ae

Grand Rapids Forcing Radish

The Grand Rapids Forcing Varieties are nationally
known. Turn to the others: Lettuce is described on page
17; Tomatoes on pages 30, 31 and 32.

% This variety recommended by Michigan State College

26 Grand Rapids Growers, Inc., Grand Rapids, Mich.

RADISHES—Continued

CHERRY BELLE. Tops very short, root globe shaped, of bright cherry-red
color and small tap root.

COMET. 25 days. Brightest colored of the bunching Radishes. Globe shaped,
suitable for use when 5% to 34 inches in diameter, but become much larger
without becoming pithy. Tops are slightly larger than Scarlet Globe. Roots at-
tractive, bright clear red.

WICICLE. (Short Top.) 25 days. One of the earliest long varieties, white
throughout. Very crisp and tender.

FRENCH BREAK-
FAST. 20 days. Of

oblong shape, small,
quick growing, color
rose-scarlet, with small
white tip.

COOPER'S
SPARKLER. | :
20 days. White tip,
* quite similar to Scarlet
Turnip White Tip as to
size and time of ma-
turity, only the Spark-
ler is more round or
ball-shaped, and _ the
white extends farther
up the Radish, making
a more attractive bulb.

SCARLET TURNIP
WHITE TIPPED.

25 days. Round, deep
scarlet, shading to a
white tip at the bot-
tom. Very early. White Icicle

CRIMSON GIANT, 28 days. Larger than any other extra early

: variety but does not become pithy. Crimson-carmine. Turnip-shaped,
Early Scarlet Globe Radishes flesh firm, crisp and tender.

The Best Winter Radishes

WHITE WINTER. (Celestial.) 60 days.
Roots 6 to 8 inches long, thick, cylindrical
and smooth, with a beautiful white skin and
flesh, the whitest and least pungent of the
winter Radishes.

CHINESE ROSE WINTER. 52 days. Roots
4 or 5 inches long, blunt at both ends, about
2 inches thick. Skin smooth and bright, deep
rose color. Flesh white and crisp. One of the
best winter sorts.

LONG BLACK SPANISH. 56 days. One of

the latest and hardiest varieties for winter use;
roots 8 to 9 inches long, 2 to 3 inches in diam-
eter, and nearly black in color.

ROUND BLACK SPANISH. 56 days.

ound, 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Skin al-
most black; flesh white, crisp and pungent.

Prices all Radishes: Oz., 15c;
Yq Ib., 30c; 1 Ib., $1.00; 10 Ibs. ; ;

Celestial or more, 85c per Ib. Not post- French Breakfast Radishes
White Winter paid.»

% Due to present rates of postage and pending changes, please bear in mind that anything that is quoted “Not Postpaid”
means the postage will be extra and in the case of 10 Ibs. of Radish, the mailing weight would be at least 12 or 13 Ibs. on
which the rates in force at time of ordering would prevail. Additional money must be included with the order for the
postage, however, if it is not enough ot cover the postage due, we will weigh the seeds to cover the actual funds received.
Any extra money that is sent, and not needed, will be refunded immediately when your order is filled,

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan aif

Rutabagas

Mature in 100 days.
AMERICAN PURPLE TOP. A hardy, productive variety with small neck;

roots large, globe-shaped, with small tap roots, bright yellow in color with
purple top, solid, tender and sweet. Our strain is the best available.

Pkt., 10c; oz., 15¢; 1% Ib., 35c; 1 Ib., $1.00, postpaid.

CANADIAN GEM. (Laurentian Neckless). A strain of Purple Top Swede,
much preferred in Canada. Tops short, practically neckless. Roots large,
spherical, purplish red above ground, light yellow below. Flesh creamy yel-
low, firm, mild and sweet.

American Purple Top Rutabaga

Salsify or Vegetable
Oyster

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 75 feet of drill;
5 or 6 pounds to the acre, Sow the seed early in the spring
in drills twelve inches apart and one inch deep. Thin to four
or five inches apart. Like Parsnips, they may be left in the
ground all winter and dug as soon as the ground is thawed.
Salsify prefers a deep, rich sandy soil.

MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. 150 days. A splen-
did variety producing large, thick, tapering roots. Very uni-
form, mild and delicious in flavor. A popular sort with the
market gardeners.

Oz., 45c; “4 Ib., $1.35; 1 Ib., $4.00, postpaid.

Oz., 15¢; 1% Ib., 45c; 1 Ib., $1.25, postpaid.

Salsify

Victoria
Rhubarb

Rhubarb

VICTORIA. One of

the best market sorts;
stalks a beautiful red.

Pkt., 10¢; oz., 30c;
V4 Ib., $1.00; 1 Ib.,
$3.00, postpaid.

Aromatic, Medicinal and Pot Herbs

For early use, sow seed in hotbed or in open ground in May, in rows one foot apart. Cover very lightly and thin to six
inches apart in the row. They should be cut on a dry day, just before they come into full blossom. Tie in bunches and

keep where they will dry quickly.

ANISE. Used for garnishing, seasoning and
for cordials.

BASIL, SWEET. Annual. About 12 inches
tall. Entire plant has fragrant, somewhat spicy
aroma; used for seasoning.

CARAWAY. Seeds are used for flavoring
breads and pastry, meats, etc.

CELERIAC or TURNIP-ROOTED CELERY.
Giant Prague.

CHICORY (French Endive). Used ex-
tensively for salads. The new leaf growth forms
a compact blanched head with broad, crisp
leaves, having a pleasantly sharp flavor.

All the above: Pkt., 15c, postpaid.

CHIVES. Hardy perennial plants of the onion
type. Easily grown from seeds. The small leaves
are used for seasoning.

Pkt., 15; oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00;
1 Ib., $10.00, postpaid.

CORIANDER. The seeds are used for flavor-

ing.
Pkt., 15c, postpaid.
DANDELION. Improved thick leaf. Very su-

perior strain. Makes vigorous, very compact
erowth. Leaves 18 to 24 inches across, thick
in texture and blanch readily.

Pkt., 15c, postpaid.

DILL, Leaves are used in pickles and for
flavoring soups and sauces,

Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; 1% Ib., 50c; 1 Ib.,
$1.50, postpaid.

LAVENDER, Jiue. Perennial. Flowers are
dried and placed in the linen closet to im-
part their perfume to the linens. Also used as
a repellent to moths.

Pkt., 15c, postpaid.

FLORENCE FENNEL. Grown in home and
market garden. 2 to 3 ft. tall. Chiefly grown

for the bulblike structure formed by the en-
veloping thickened bases of the stalks of the
lower leaves. Aromatic and of delicate flavor.
Pkt., 15c, postpaid.

SAGE. Most extensively used of any herb.
An indispensable perennial. Very aromatic.
Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.00, postpaid.
SAFFRON. Used for coloring certain dishes,
also flavoring.

Pkt., 15c, postpaid.

SUMMER SAVORY. The leaves and young
shoots are used for flavoring.

Pkt., 15c, postpaid. ;
THYME, Hardy perennial, 8 to 10 inches
tall, of strong, agreeable, aromatic odor and
flavor; used in medicine and for seasoning.

Pkt., 15c; oz., $2.00, postpaid.

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice.

28

Spinach

Improved Varieties

IMPORTED TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF THE
MOST CRITICAL TRADE

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 100 feet of
drill; eight to ten pounds per acre. Sow early for spring crop;
in August for fall use; and if sown from the middle to last
of September, and protected during the winter with a light
covering of straw, it will be ready for use very early in the
spring.

A fertilizer high in nitrogen and phosphate is recommend-
ed, especially for sandy soils.

During warm weather, germination may be greatly aided
by firming the seed bed, and sowing the seed shallow. Keep
the soil moist until germination is completed.

OLD DOMINION. (40 days.) Imported seed to meet the

demands of the most critical trade. Used mostly for early
spring crop. Long standing and
mosaic resistant. Large dark
green, heavily crumped leaves.

*LONG STANDING

BLOOMSDALE. 42 days. It is
early and hardy, and a decided

improvement on the old strain.
Will stand 10 to 14 days before
bolting to seed; has a heavier leaf
texture, more crumpled or §sa-
voyed, and will also resist the
heat much better. Suitable for

quick freezing. Pkt., 10¢c.
HEAVY PACK. 48 days. This

is a good strain of Viking. Plants
are strong and vigorous with
large, medium green, _ slightly
crumpled thick leaves on short
stalks. Color is intermediate be-
tween Nobel and King of Den-
mark. Suitable for quick freezing.

AMERICA. 48 days. A new variety from a cross between
Viking and Bloomsdale Longstanding. Leaves are dark
green, and thick. Withstands heat better than
others of this type and is slower to bolt.

savoyed

Giant Nobel

% This variety recommended by Michigan State College

Virginia Savoy Spin

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Long Standing
Bloomsdale

VIKING. 45 days. This new
variety may well be described as a
dark green Nobel. Excellent for
market gardens and canning. Plant
large, spreading, vigorous, thick
and dark green. Suitable for quick
freezing.

*KING OF DENMARK. 48

days. Imported seed to meet the
demands of the most critical
trade. A standard variety for
market gardeners, for spring
planting. It will stand longer
than any other variety before go-
ing to seed. Leaves large, round-
ed, and somewhat blistered. Color
very deep green. Heavy yielder
and excellent quality. Suitable
for quick freezing.

De

ach

ROUND SUMMER THICK LEAVED, 45 days. An old

standard. Grand Rapids growers use this variety very largely

for main crop for spring, summer and fall. Suitable for
quick freezing.

GIANT NOBEL. 45 days. An erect, vigorous growing,
long standing Spinach, slow to run to seed. Leaves large,
unusually broad, firm and thick, with rounded top. Smooth,
medium green in color and the largest of any Spinach. Suit:
able for quick freezing.

VIRGINIA SAVOY BLIGHT-RESISTANT. 40 days.
Virginia Savoy is characterized by the large leaves and
general Flanders type of growth. The low growing, wide-
spreading habit makes it most desirable for winter Spinach.
Plants of this type attain a very large size in late fall and
carry well into early spring. A single plant often weighs more
than a pound. Suitable for quick freezing.

NEW ZEALAND, 60 days. Entirely distinct from the other
varieties. Plant tall and spreading, leaves medium green,
rather small and pointed. Prickly seeded.

Oz., 15c; 4 Ib., 25c: 1 Ib., 75c.

Prices, except as noted: Oz., 15c; V4 Ib.,
25c; 1 Ib., 70c; 10 Ibs., $5.50; 25 Ibs. or
more, 50c per Ib. Not postpaid.

% Please Refer to Page 3 for Postal Rates

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 22.

Squash

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. For summer Squash, one
ounce to 25 hills; 2 to 3 pounds per acre. For winter
Squash, one ounce to 10 hills; about 3 pounds per acre.
After danger of frost is past, plant 8 to 10 seeds to the hill
for summer sorts, about 4 feet apart, the last of May; and
winter varieties in hills about 8 feet apart, from the middle
of June to July first. Do not bruise or break the stems
of winter Squash when gathering. Store in a cool, dry
place. Dust with pyrocide No. 10 or rotenone to control

vine borer.

EARLY PROLIFIC STRAIGHTNECK. 50 days. A high
yielding summer Squash. Fruits straight, smooth, and of
delicate creamy color. Will grow 12 to 14 inches long but
Quality unsurpassed.

can be eaten when smaller.

Buttercup Squash

YANKEE HYBRID. 50 days. The earliest, most productive
summer Squash. Fruits are straight, smooth, attractive and of

excellent quality. Very similar to the Early Prolific Straight-
neck, but this is a true hybrid and better for home and
garden use.

Oz., 75¢c; V4 Ib., $2.25; Ib., $6.50, postpaid.
SUMMER CROOKNECK. 55 days. The largest and one
of the earliest summer varieties; fruits often 2 to 24 feet
long; very warty and deep orange in color.

GOLDEN SUMMER CROOKNECK. 55 days. A_ stand-
ard early and productive summer Squash; fruits about a
foot long, moderately warted and of bright yellow color.
CASERTA. 58 days. An early bush type Squash, producing
fruits at least a week earlier than Cocozelle. Earliness and
high productivity should make this a favorite for market and
home garden. Fruits, when young are grayish green, striped
with darker green; at maturity fruits average 14 to 16 inches.
ZUCCHINI. 60 days. A well known Italian Marrow type.
Fruits nearly cylindrical, straight. Color medium green, mot-
tled with cream-gray and lighter green lace pattern and
stripes; flesh firm and of delicate flavor. Suitable for quick
freezing.

The Four Hubbards

GOLDEN HUBBARD. 100 days. Similar to the Old Hub-

bard in form and habit, though smaller and decidedly earli-
er; shell moderately warted, rich orange-red; flesh deep
orange, fine quality; good keeper. :
+*IMPROVED HUBBARD. 195 days. The standard win-
ter Squash. Shell moderately warted; deep dark bronze-green;
flesh bright yellow, fine grained, thick ae een
BBARD. ays. Simi
ihe ase eee ubeacs but fruit larger and a
little later.
BLUE HUBBARD. 105 days. A new type of Hubbard
Squash and said to excel all in the superior quality of its
flesh. Similar to the original Hubbard but having a hard
blue-gray shell.
All Squash (except as noted): Oz., 25c; % Ib., 85¢;
1 Ib., $2.50, postpaid.

BANANA, 105 days. A prolific, oblong variety 22 feet in
length by 6 inches in diameter, having a grey-green shell.

BANANA, PINK. Similar to the regular Banana, but ex-
terior deep pink. Fruits average 15 inches long and 6) inch-
es in diameter, straight pointed at the blossom end, round-
ed at the stem end. Flesh thick with small seed cavity.

MAMMOTH TABLE QUEEN. 90 days. Similar to the
regular Table Queen Squash, but larger in size. The quality

is unsurpassed and it is a wonderful addition. Much in de-
mand by both home and market gardeners.

TABLE QUEEN (Acorn or Des Moines.) 80 days. Ex-
tremely prolific; one of the most popular for home, market,
garden and shipping. Fruit pointed acorn shape; 512 inches
long and 4 inches through, uniformly ridged; skin smooth,
dark green; shell thin; flesh light yellow, bakes dry and
sweet. Just right for cutting in half, baking and served to
two people.

UCONN. (Bush Acorn.) 70 days. A bush variety with fruit
similar to Table Queen, but a little smoother and slightly
smaller. The runnerless growing habit requires less space
per plant, but will produce many fruits per bush. All-
America Selection Gold Medal 1950. Fruit is 412 inches long,
3¥2 inches in diameter, acorn shaped, slightly grooved and
ridged, shell thin, hard, smooth, dark green. Flesh is orange-
yellow, rich flavor.

DELICIOUS. 103 days. The standard of excellence in win-
ter Squashes. Fruits broad top-shaped, commonly 7 to 8
inches long; skin very dark green, fairly smooth rind, thin
but hard; flesh extremely thick, bright yellow, fine grained,
dry, without fiber, of highest quality.

GOLDEN DELICIOUS. 103 days. Valuable for canners

because of high starch content and the bright red-orange
color of the exterior. In shape and season practically the
same as the original Delicious.

BUTTERCUP, 110 days. Rind thin and tough, dark green
with narrow gray stripes and slight mottling. Orange flesh
cooks sweet and dry. A small, thick-fleshed Squash of good
storage and eating qualities.

BUTTERNUT. 90 days. A recent introduction which has
become very popular in the New England states. Fruits 10
to 12 inches long with neck of about 4 inches in diameter
which is solid flesh; the seed cavity is located in the lower
bowl-shaped end. Skin light creamy brown, flesh yellow,
fine grained and of excellent quality. Matures early and is a
good keeper.

COCOZELLA Di NAPOLI.

(Italian Vegetable Marrow.)
days.

EARLY WHITE BUSH SCALLOP. 60 days. Very early

summer Squash.

true

EARLY YELLOW BUSH SCALLOP.

bush but larger than the above.

54 days. A

Improved
Hubbard
Squash

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice

30 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Varieties

Forcing "cr

Michigan State Forcing Tomato

Tomatoes Grown in Greenhouses

Everywhere

MICHIGAN STATE FORCING. 75 days. An ex-

cellent greenhouse yariety and a vigorous grower
with dark green foliage. Especially attractive medium
size fruits (4 to 5 ounces) are borne in clusters of
five to eleven. Stem cavity is small, shallow and very
smooth. Blossom end well rounded with a very small
scar, the outer walls of fruit are thicker, and_ the
firmness of the fruit makes it possible to allow them

to ripen on the vine without loss to the grower.
Many growers have in late years done remarkably
well with this variety for outdoor growing and it is
to be recommended.

Oz., $1.50; 1% Ib., $4.00; Ib., $12.00, post-
paid.

IDEAL FORCING.
Oz., 60c; 1% Ib., $1.70; 1 Ib., $5.00, postpaid.

See page 32 for Spartan Hybrid and Northern Hybrid forcing Tomatoes. Also other varieties.

Standard Varieties of Tomatoes

EARLIANA CERTIFIED. 64 days. The most productive,

first early red Tomato and a profitable sort for the market
gardener. Vines are small but vigorous, fruits medium to
large in size, exceptionally smooth and solid; color bright
deep scarlet.

VICTOR, ‘All-America Selections.” 65 days. Awarded
Bronze Medal. This Tomato is a dwarf self-topping variety.
It can be planted close, 5 feet by 3 feet. It sets fruit when
other varieties fail. Is extra early, even ripening, with small
vines. Color is uniform, scarlet and has a very noted smooth-
ness of skin. A very solid Tomato that does not crack and is a
good shipper.

VALIANT. 67 days. An early market variety. Vines sparse
and open. The fruits, weighing about 8 ounces, are smooth,
deep and brilliant scarlet in color.

GROTHEN’S GLOBE. 70 days. A much improved type

over the Break o’ Day, and while disease resistant the vines
are heavier foliaged, growing large, upright, early, hardy
and prolific. The fruit is bright red, large, globe shaped,
firm, smooth and of good quality.

MARGLOBE. Certified. The Wilt and Nailhead Rust-Re-
sistant Sort. 75 days. Was produced by crossing Livingston’s
Globe with one or more other varieties. It is a vigorous grow-
er whether in greenhouse or field. A bright red in color, of
large size, almost round, and very productive. It is very
promising.

EARLY DETROIT or GULF STATE MARKET, 77 days.
Particularly valuable for shipping. Fruits purplish pink,

large and of uniform size. Globe-shaped, smooth and firm.

BREAK O’ DAY. 70 days. The earliest disease-resistant,
scarlet-fruited, meaty Tomato yet introduced; 10 to 12 days
earlier than Marglobe and very productive.

EARLY BALTIMORE. Certified. 70 days. Selection of
Marglobe, disease resistant, adapted to all soils. Fruit some-
what smaller, bright red color, and very prolific.

STOKESDALE. Certified. 70 days. A second-early scarlet
fruited variety maturing about a week earlier than Marglobe.
Plant rather open in habit with medium heavy foliage.
Fruits large, globe or sub-globe, smooth and well colored.

GOLDEN JUBILEE. 72 days. Short stemmed, sturdy and
compact, bearing over a long period. Fruit golden yellow,
globular, thick walled, of mild flavor and good quality.
Medium size.

BONNY BEST. Certified. 73 days. Unexcelled as a general
purpose Tomato; particularly valuable for forcing under
glass as a canning variety in northern sections. Fruits evenly
colored bright deep scarlet-red; medium large; flattened
globe-shaped; smooth and firm.

EARLY RUTGERS. Certified. 73 days. This is an early
Strain and has a thick outer and inner wall of solid meat.
Globe shaped, scarlet-red in color, resembling Marglobe.
The Early Rutgers Tomato is in great demand for all
purposes.

DWARF STONE. 81 days. The best of the dwarf To-
sean Fruits large, smooth, very solid, of a deep scarlet
color.

Prices: Oz., 90c; 1% Ib., $2.70; 1 Ib., $8.00, postpaid.

Turn to pages 31 and 32 for more Tomatoes

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 34)

Pritchard or Scarlet Topper Tomato

TOMATO, STRAIN 7B.” 72 days from setting of plants

in the field. A heavy-yielding variety selected for its excep-
tionally uniform production of large, smooth, attractive To-
matoes. Strain ““B’’ produces attractive deep scarlet fruits that
are deep-globe shaped, large and firm with thick walls.

Oz., $2.25; VY Ib., $6.75; 1 Ib., $20.00, postpaid.

PRITCHARD or SCARLET TOPPER. Certified. 75 days.
Very productive early sort. The splendid, globe-shaped,

smooth fruits grow to a good size and attain an attractive
bright red color. Flesh firm, mild flavored, free from acidity,
with no core and small seed cavity. Wilt resistant.

LONG RED. 75 days.
RNS pa taethegesNe

Y. Experiment Station.
Plant is medium in size,
with many branches;
leaves small but abun-
dant. Fruits are globular
to deep globular of me-
dium size, solid and well
colored. This is not a
long Tomato, as_ the
name might signify. It
is a globular variety the
same as most other To-
matoes but the intro-
ducers called it Long
Red as they claim it stays
red longer, before rot-
ting, than most other va-
rieties.

Oz., $1.00; VY Ib.,
$3.75; 1 Ib., $12.00,
postpaid.

WISCONSIN No. 55.
(75 days from transplant-

ing to first picking.)
Plant vigorous, quite
open, yet sufficiently

dense to prevent much
sun scalding, with con-
siderable tolerance to
blossom end rot and
some tolerance to early
blight. Fruit set mod-
erately heavy. Fruit scar-
let, slightly oblong.

%* JOHN BAER, Certified. 73 days. An early, productive,
red Tomato.

NEW STONE. 85 days. The standard and general favorite
with truckers and canners. Always dependable, very vigor-
ous and productive; fruits round, large, solid, smooth, and
deep red in color.

PONDEROSA. 85 days. A very large, purple-fruited To-
mato; solid, with but few seeds, and no acid. Fine for slic-

ing.
Oz., $1.00; % Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.

BEEFSTEAK. (Red Ponderosa.) 90 days. A wilt-resistant,
large variety for home and market garden use. Plant is open.
in habit of growth, heavy. The fruit is large, flat, scarlet,
rather smooth.

Oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00; 1 Ib., $9.00, postpaid.
GREATER BALTIMORE. Certified. 83 days. Second early

and main crop variety. Deep scarlet-red in color, vigorous
and very productive. Preferred by canners on account of its
heavy yield.

SMALL FRUITED TOMATOES. Used for pickles, pre-

serves, canning, etc. Easily grown and yield well. Yellow
Plum, Red Pear, Yellow Pear, and Red Cherry. Price of
any of the four varieties:

Yq oz., 30c; oz., $1.00, postpaid. Special: One pkt.
each of these four varieties for 50c, postpaid.

Prices, except as noted: 1 oz., 90c;
Yq Ib., $2.70; Ib., $8.00, postpaid.

DOW SURE SET plant growth con-
trol agent for improving the fruit
set on field ‘Tomatoes. Last season
wonderful results were obtained in
the field trials at Michigan State College.

Y2 pt. size (mix with 3 gals. water and spray the
blossoms), $1.75.

CERTIFIED John Baer Tomato

*% This variety recommended by Michigan State College ‘

32

OXHEART, 90 days. An attractively pink-skinned variety.
It is exceedingly smooth and tender and almost seedless.
It has that delicious mild flavor. Rich soil adds greatly to its
productiveness. A late variety.

Oz., $2.00; “% Ib., $5.00; 1 Ib., $15.00, postpaid.
STANTON GARDEN TOMATO, This new garden To-

mato was developed by F. W. Stanton of Holland, Mich.
Foliage is moderate and covers the fruit very well. Fruits
are globe-shaped, uniform in size, about 21% to 3 inches in
diameter. Medium to dark red color, solid fruit, some with
very few seeds. Sold only in sealed packets of true hand
counted and tested for germination, as follows:

25 seeds, 25c; 100 seeds, 90c; 250 seeds, $1.75;
300 seeds, $3.00; 1000 seeds, $5.00, postpaid.

STOKESCROSS No. 4, 5! ozs. fruit ripens 80 days from
transplanting. This brilliant Fz hybrid is already established

as a Tomato of enormous importance. Its hybrid vigor is
at once seen in its ability to produce large, solid, highly
flavored fruit in quantity, fully 10 days in advance of Rut-
gers. Under normal weather conditions it will be almost
crack free, a factor probably due to its deeper root system.

STOKESCROSS | No: 1 (1951). Formerly known as

Stokescross No. ¥g-oz. fruit that ripens 70 days from
transplanting. This new F; hybrid has been bred in Cuba,
and is especially recommended for use by Tomato growers
who can profit by a prodigious production of early ripening,
brilliant fruit. It is essentially a market garden Tomato but
it is likely to find an important place with the processors
of the more northerly Tomato districts. The fruit some-
what resembles Stokesdale but the plant is far more robust
and will furnish better coverage. It carries a sparkling rich
Tomato flavor.

V4 oz., $1.25; V2 oz., $2.00; 1 oz., $3.75; 4 ozs.,
$10.00, postpaid. Available in larger quantities and
special prices quoted on request.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Oxheart Tomato

SEED TREATMENT PAYS

Treat your seeds with Semesan disinfectants and as-
sure yourself of a crop.

Seed treatment pays no matter what kind of seed is
treated. We handle a complete line.

Hybrid Tomatoes For Forcing

“Just a Little More of Everything”

Two important Hybrid Tomatoes, bred and grown by Mr. Roy H. Burghart, and introduced to the trade as a better and
more vigorous Tomato that is more resistant to wilt and disease. They are ideal greenhouse forcing hybrids, and have
“just a little more of everything” that is desirable in a Tomato. With increased production at a lower cost, we are able
to offer these at lower prices, enabling greater distribution and a better crop at lower cost.

SPARTAN HYBRID. This is a cross between Michigan

State Forcing and Cooper's Special, and is an excellent green-
house hybrid, a week earlier than the parents and about 20
per cent more productive in weight and fruit. Color red,
globular shape, medium size fruit, 5 to 6 ounces in weight,
about three to pound; growing in clusters six to eight. A
meaty Tomato, small seed cavity. Vine is more open, giving
very uniform ripening of fruit. Being extra vigorous in
growth, it is more resistant to both wilt and disease.

Both of these Hybrids are put up in sealed packets:

500 seeds, $4.00; 1000 seeds, $7.50; V4 oz.,

50 seeds, $1.00; 100 seeds, $1.50; 250 seeds,

NORTHERN HYBRID. This is a cross between Michi-

gan State Forcing and Sutton’s Best of All, and is an ideal
greenhouse hybrid for northern growing, especially in
CANADA and northern United States. In productivity it is
similar to Spartan Hybrid, but is more vigorous in growing,
particularly in dark fal] and winter weather which is
prevalent in the North. Vine is open, permitting uniform
ripening. Fruit is red in color, globular in shape, but is
smaller, 4 to 5 ounces of solid fruit in clusters of ten to
twelve. More resistant to wilt and disease on account of its
vigorous growth.

$2.50;

$12.50; V2 oz., $20.00; oz., $35.00, postpaid.

HYBRID TOMATO, FOREMOST E-21.

to cracking and blossom end scars. The intermediate vine
tremely vigorous and heavily productive.

TOMATO. Michigan-Ohio Hybrid. A new Fi Tomato

for greenhouse production. This cross was first made by
Gortsema Bros. of Grand Rapids in 1950 and has been used
in increasing volume each succeeding year for their crop as
well as by other growers in this area. It has been carefully
evaluated in comparative tests by Dr. $. H. Wittwer of the
Michigan State College, for 3 years, where it has consistently
proven superior to four of the leading varieties commonly
grown in the midwest and Canada. The plant is large, vig-
orous and indeterminate, being easily pruned and _ trained
to a single stalk. Because of its prolific fruiting on the
Jower clusters, this hybrid demands abundant water and
nutrient supply after the first clusters have set fruit so that
it may continue production at a high level, to the end of
the crop. The fruit is red in color, globular in shape, and
remarkably uniform in size. It is of excellent quality with
a good interior color, thick outer walls and is comparable to

has somewhat less spread than Rutgers,
The fruit sizes have been well maintained right up to

Trial packets containing about 200 seeds: $1.00; V4 oz., $2.75; V2 oz., $5.50;

This is at least 10 days earlier than Rutgers in our Michigan plantings. Fruits
are almost globular, deep scarlet-red, larger than Stokesdale and just about as large as Rutgers.

They are notably resistant
but the plants are ex-
the end of the season.

1 oz., $10.00, postpaid.

Michigan State Forcing for firmness. In this respect it is
superior to Spartan Hybrid. Its ability to set fruit in dark
weather is also superior to Spartan Hybrid and the tests at
Michigan State College as well as in commercial greenhouses
have proven its ability to out-produce those varieties com-
monly in use. The most outstanding characteristic of this
new Hybrid is its extremely high resistance to common
Fusarium Wilt. The seed we sell has been grown by Roy
Burghart of Greenville, Mich., who states: “This new hybrid
possesses enough good qualities to supplant the Spartan
Hybrid even without its resistance to the Fusarium Wilt.
The wilt resistance factor will be a life saver for many green-
houses and I believe will subsantially reduce soil steaming
costs for nearly all greenhouse Tomato growers.”’ Sold this
year only in trial amounts.

50 seeds, $1.00; 100 seeds, $1.50: 250 seeds, $2.50:
00 seeds, $4.00, ponpaidiae oe

All prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 33

Turnips

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. One ounce to 150 feet of
drill; one pound per acre. For main crop, sow in July or
August. Sow either broadcast or in drills. ;

EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN. 40 days. The earliest
bulbs, small, clear white, and flat. One of the best for early
bunching.

Oz., 20c; 1% Ib., 50c; 1 tb., $1.50, postpaid.

%*& PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE, 55 days. Not so early

as White Egg, perfect globe in shape. Flesh and skin white,
colored purple or red above ground. Very fine grained and
sweet. The most attractive Turnip and best seller. Pkt., 10c.

Yellow Globe Turnip

YELLOW GLOBE. 75 days. A round, smooth, light yel-

low variety of medium size and good quality.

Prices (except as noted) :

White Egg Turnip

PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAVED. 45 days. A very early,

flat variety, medium size; purple or red above ground and
white below.

GOLDEN BALL. 65 days. Tops small, roots medium size,
round, smooth and deep yellow. Fine grained, flesh firm,

crisp and sweet.

WHITE EGG. 55 days. An early egg-shaped variety. Roots
smooth, clear white. One of the best for market.

COW HORN. 65 days. Roots long, slightly crooked; clear
white. Often sown to plow under for fertilizer.

YELLOW ABERDEEN. 75 days. A late, medium sized,
long keeping variety; roots round, yellow with a purple top,
flesh tender.

SEVEN TOP. 45 days. For Turnip greens. Extremely hardy
foliage Turnip for table or forage use. Crown sends up
numerous shoots which are excellent for greens.

Oz., 15¢; VY Ib., 30c; 1 Ib., $1.00, postpaid.

Purple Top White Globe Turnip

All Prices quoted herein are subject to change without notice.

34 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Tuberoses, Double

(Polianthes Tuberosa)

EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARL, DOUBLE. Easily recognized by

its exquisite fragrance and beautiful flower spike; long stems, mak-
ing it an ideal cut flower. Top size. 20c each; $2.00 per doz., post-
paid.

Begonias

Tuberous-Rooted

Unexcelled for summer bedding.

CAMELLIA-FLOWERED DOUBLE. Crimson, copper, salmon,

scarlet, yellow, orange, pink and white. Size 2 inches and up. Large
size. Each, 35c; 6 for $2.00; 1 doz., $4.00; per 100, $20.00, postpaid.
Kindly give the colors wanted.

Tuberoses

Prices Quoted On This Page are Subject to Change
Without Notice.

Tuberous-Rooted Begonia

Cannas

These new varieties with large flowers are unequalled for
creating a colorful show from July till frost. They do best
in full sun and respond quickly to feeding.

HUNGARIA,. 3! ft. Best pink Canna. Leaves bluish
green, never burn. Flowers are large with big petals.

KING HUMBERT. 4 ft. Scarlet flowers; bronze leaves. A
“Gold Medal’’ Sensation.

THE PRESIDENT. 4 ft. A rich, glowing scarlet on strong

stalks; green foliage.

YELLOW KING HUMBERT. # ft. Foliage a very dark

green; flowers deep rich yellow, softly spotted and blotched
with bright red.

Prices on any of the above: 15¢ each; $1.75 per doz.,
postpaid.

GLADIOLUS MIXTURES

20 Large Size Bulbs,
10 or more varieties in the mixture, $1.00.

30 Medium Size Bulbs,
10 or more varieties in the mixture, $1.00.

In ordering please state whether you want the large
or medium size bulbs.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan SO)

Tulips, Hyacinths, Crocus, Daffodils,
Narcissus for Fall Planting

These are imported bulbs from the Netherlands, and will not be available
until September 15th, 1954, at which time we will be glad to quote prices

on request.

Tulips, Darwin (Top Size)
BARTIGON. Fiery crimson with pure white base. Strong
stem. Excellent for forcing. 24 inches.

BLEU AIMABLE. Bright lilac-blue, shaded steel-blue, inside
darker with a blue base. 29 inches.

CLARA BUTT. Clear salmon-pink with a white base flecked
blue-gray. 26 inches tall. An old favorite.

GOLDEN AGE. Large, deep golden yellow, slightly shaded
orange when fully developed. 26 inches tall. Fine shape.

LA TULIPE NOIRE. The black Tulip. Deep maroon-black.

Definitely the closest to a real black. 26 inches tall.

PRIDE OF HAARLEM. One of the best known and most popu-

lar varieties. Brilliant cerise-scarlet with a blue base. 28 inches
tall.

PRINCESS ELIZABETH. Lovely soft rose-pink with lighter

edges and a white base. Good forcing variety also 26 inches tall.

SCARLET BEAUTY. Beautiful, bright vermilion-scarlet with a
dark blue base edged white. 26 inches tall. ‘

THE BISHOP, Beautiful deep violet with a small, dull blue
base edged white and purple anthers. 29 inches tall.

ZWANENBERG. Large pure white with black anthers. Tall
stem. A very popular variety. 28 inches tall.

AS WELL AS MANY OTHERS

Hyacinths

_ Narcissus
and Daffodils

(No. 1 bulbs)

KING ALFRED, Golden yellow. Broad peri-

anth and a large trumpet frilled at the mouth.
Popular. 16 inches.

MRS. E. H. KRELAGE. Pure white perianth

and a creamy white trumpet recurving at the
brim. 20 inches.

SPRING GLORY, Pure white perianth and a

deep golden yellow. Trumpet, recurving at the
mouth. 18 inches.

LAURENS KOSTER, (Poetaz). Creamy white

perianth and a _lemon-yellow -center. Very
fragrant. Several flowers*on a stem. 14 inches.

Darwin Tulip

Hyacinths (17-18 cm.)

CITY OF HAARLEM. Large pure yellow. Compact

blossom of fine form.

GRAND MAITRE, Deep lavender-blue. Very large
spike

LA VICTOIRE. Bright carmine-rose. Large spike and
a very fine, sturdy stem.

L’INNOCENCE, Pure white. Large spike with large
bells.
QUEEN OF THE PINKS. Bright rose-pink. Enor-

mous, compact spike

Crocus (Top Size)
KATHLEEN PARLOW, Large pure white with yel-

low anthers.

KING OF THE STRIPES. Large white with purple

stripes.

MAMMOTH YELLOW, Large golden yellow.
PURPUREA GRANDIFLORA. Rich, deep purple.

Immense flowers.

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Gladiolus

OUTSTANDING VARIETIES

State inspected, treated with an insecticide and fungicide, ready

to plant.
60c per doz.; $4.25 per 100.

BEACON, Exhibition. Bright rose-scarlet with a large cream throat.
Somewhat ruffled, tall and very showy.

BIT O’ HEAVEN, Exhibition. Flaming orange with yellow throat.
EARLY ROSE. Deep rose, one of the earliest to bloom.
ETHEL CAVE COLE. Large, wide open florets of delicate pink;

nice substance.

LANTANA,. Large flowers in vivid orange shades.
MAUVE MAGIC.

Long slender spikes of
deep mauve.

PURPLE SUPREME.
Exhibition. ‘Tall, slen-

der plant with well
placed, bright purple
blossoms,

Black
Opal

SNOW PRINCESS.

Exhibition. A very fine
white of good size and
form. Tall, with long
flower spike and many
open blooms that are
always perfectly placed.
Stems never crook. Mid-
season.

2 ae

picardy

75¢ per doz.; $5.75 per 100.

ALGOMA. Color novelty and exhibition variety, buff-pink with red throat
otch.

BIG TOP. Immense light pink with carmine feather.

BLACK OPAL. Exhibition. Deep maroon-red.
BLUE BEAUTY. Exhibition. Light blue shading darker toward the edge.

BUCKEYE BRONZE. Decorative. Smoky bronze.

BURMA, Exhibition. Large ruffled, deep rose.

CORONA. Exhibition. Cream-white shading more creamy toward the throat,
with wide rose picotee edge on all petals. Very distinctive and beautiful. Six to
eight very large, wide open blooms on a head of 18 buds. Tall grower and a
fine propagator.

ELIZABETH THE QUEEN. Exhibition. Giant ruffled lavender.

DR. WHITELEY. Large yellow-apricot or buff, tall stems.

HEAVENLY WHITE. Exhibition. White flushed with lavender.

HIGH FINANCE. Exhibition. Light smoky orange-gray with cream throat.

A beautifully distinctive shade, and opens up to 9 lightly ruffled blooms with
rolled back petals.

LEADING LADY. Decorative. A cream-white, with canary-yellow throat.
Real large. Similar to Picardy, except in color.

MOTHER KADEL. Long spike of soft yellow, many open.

ORANGE GOLD. Genuine orange self, smooth, tailored flower on tall stems.
PANDORA. Clear, soft geranium-pink, with darker lines in throat.

PAUL REVERE. Very unusual and lovely shade of red. Very popular.

PICARDY., Exhibition. Delicate apricot-pink. Flowers are all extremely large
and of heavy waxlike substance.

RED CHARM, Exhibition. Very attractive shade of medium red. Fast be-
coming the most popular all-purpose red.

ROSA VAN LIMA, Exhibition. Light rose with darker lines in throat. Opens
up to eight or more well-placed blooms on tall, straight spike.
SPOTLIGHT. Decorative. Large, deep yellow, with red blotch. Florets are
of large size and are perfectly placed. One of the finest that is grown.
VAGABOND PRINCE. Exhibition. Ividescent garnet-brown with a scarlet
blotch. Most unusual, and is lovely arranged with scarlets.

WHITE GOLD. Decorative. Very large clear light cream, shading to a lighter
throat. Four to six huge blooms open on a long flower head.

Grand Rapids Growers, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

$1.00 per doz.; $7.95 per 100.

BETTY’S CHOICE. Nicely ruffled, rose-mauve with cream throat,

petals edged cream.

CONVOY. Large blooms of deep purple.

COVER GIRL. Tall, bright pink. Opens 10-12 blooms.
CRINKLE CREAM. Large ruffled pale yellow with a pale green

throat.

LAVENDER PRINCE. Tall mauve with darker lines on lip.
MAGNOLIA. Large flowers of light creamy rose.

MARIMBA., Nice buff-pink, tall.

OGARITA. Tall deep pink, with yellow throat.
SPIC AND SPAN. ‘all ruffled deep pink, many open.
SILVER WINGS. Heavily ruffled glistening white with a touch

of cream in the throat.

Snow
Princess

The following
list of varieties
are original im-
portations from
the Netherlands,
grown and inspect-
ed in Michigan.
Early ordering is
advisable, as the
stock of some of
these varieties is
limited.

Co TO, na

ABU HASSAN. Dark violet-blue, strong, slim stems.
ARANJUEZ, Early orange, yellow throat, good spike.
BENJAMIN BRITTEN. Very nice exhibition mauve, many open.
BOULOGNE. Beautiful wine-red, many blooms open.
CARDINAL SPELLMAN. Lovely deep rose-red.

DR. FLEMING, Soft ruffled pink with lighter throat.
PRESIDENT EISENHOWER. Enormous florets, deep begonia-rose.
HARRY HOPKINS. Attractive Bordeaux-red of heavy texture.
HOPMAN’S GLORY. Good clear yellow.

JOHANN STRAUSS. Beautiful cochineal-red.

JOHAN VON KONYNENBURG. Large glowing orange-vermilion.
MANSOER, Blood-red, shading to velvety black.

MARSHALL MONTGOMERY. Warm, deep maroon-red.
MORNING KISS. Large pure white, pale pink deep in throat.
MUSIO CLEMENTI. Early soft grayish blue, deeper throat.
PACTOLUS. Apricot-cream with orange-red blotch. Very showy.
PAUL RUBENS. Large dark reddish violet, tall stems.

MR. TRUMAN, Enormous light feathered rose.

RAVEL. Medium violet-blue, brown throat marks.

SALMAN’S GLORY. Large light cream with scarlet spot.
SPYMASTER. Blush-pink with fine apricot shading.

TIVOLI. Beautiful soft rose, many open.

Prices for above: 10c each; $1.00 per doz.
NEW YORK Deep carmine-red, many open .......15c¢ each; $1.50 per doz.

ALL BULBS LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO THE 3% MICHIGAN STATE
SALES TAX, and are postpaid anywhere in Michigan. Elsewhere, the postage
will be extra, and as we cannot tell what the weight will be we would suggest
that you send us enough, as any money that is not needed will be promptly
refunded. See postal rates on page 3.

GLADIOLUS MIXTURES
20 large size bulbs, 10 or more varieties in the mixture, giving complete
colors ran oe eta ais. os. oe kee ene BLS Gt ae pr he ona | $1.00
30 medium size bulbs, 10 or more varieties in the mixture, giving com-
plete color range Mins. ee ence ee Os Ne ells, 5 dd hs alee 1.00
In ordering, state which mixture you want, either the large or
the medium size.

38 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan
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aking a Lawn and Its Care

Preparing the Soil

The most desirable soils for the lawn are the “Joams”’,
but if the soil available for the building of a lawn is a tight
clay, sand should be added, or if a sandy loam, humus is
needed, which would make it as nearly a loam as possible.

Even such simple tasks as spading are important and
should be done with care. The depth of the surface soil large-
ly determines the depth to which one should spade. If the
top soil is six inches or less in thickness, work: it to the
depth of the surface soil. Never turn up the subsoil.

To get the best results from spading, each shovelful of
soil is turned over and placed upon the edge of the hole
away from the spader. It is then pulverized with a tap of the
spade. This not only breaks up the mass, but carries the
granulated soil back into the hole from which it was
originally taken.

After the spaded soil has been pulverized, grade the soil
to slope gently from the house. The grading will prevent
water from standing around the foundation. of the house.
Next, level and roll until the seedbed is firm.

Applying Plant Food

When the seedbed has been completed, Vigoro, the com-
plete balanced plant food, or Milorganite should be applied.
The lawn is never so effectively fed as before the grass seed is
sown. The plant food should be applied and spread evenly
over the suiface of the soil at the rate of 4 pounds per hun-
dred square teet, and worked into the top few inches.

Sowing Seed

After the plant food has been worked into the soil, the seed
should be spread uniformly over the surface at the rate of 4
or 5 pounds per one thousand square feet of soil. The seed:
ing should be done by going in both directions to get an
even distribution, both at the ends as well as the center of
the throw.

A covering of clean straw or coarse cheesecloth on the
steep slopes will help prevent washing which may occur be-
fore the grass becomes established.

Feeding

About 8 or 10 weeks after the lawn is seeded the young
grass should again be fed with either Vigoro, the complete
balanced plant food, or Milorganite. The application is
made at the rate of 2 pounds per hundred square feet of
lawn.

The plant food should be brushed from the grass with a
broom or the back of a rake and the lawn should immediate-
ly be given a thorough soaking to wash the fertilizer from the
grass and carry it into the soil. If the plant food is allowed
to remain on the grass and moisture should reach it the re-
sult would be a burning of the tender leaves. To prevent this,
a thorough watering is very essential.

Well-fed grass withstands the inroads of weeds and also
resists injury from the attack of certain diseases, and by
regular feeding with an appplication of Vigoro or Milorgan-
ite will reduce the amount of reseeding necessary. The great-
er development of the root system and the ability to store u
reserves of food material, make well-fed grass able to with-
stand the extremes of either winter or summer weather
and to maintain a dense turf year after year,

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 32)

Special care must be given the lawn throughout the hot
summer months, as Kentucky Blue Grass needs a resting
period in mid-summer, and Red Top will grow most any-
where and has its resting period in the fall after the Ken-
tucky Blue Grass has recovered. If excellent growth and
vigor have been maintained during the spring, the lawn
can be kept in a green vigorous condition during the sum-
mer, by careful watering, feeding and clipping.

At the approach of fall, lawns should again have a
thorough application of either Vigoro or Milorganite, ap-
plied at the rate of 4 lbs. per hundred square feet, and the
lawn should be thoroughly soaked, following the application,
as stated above.

Care of the Lawn

Young grass should be allowed to grow three inches high
before the first cutting, but on established lawns the grass
should be cut quite short until the middle of May. Fertilize it
well and try to get a complete ground cover, and after this
has been accomplished, keep it cut as long as possible. Lower
the wooden roller on your mower or better still, alter it or
secure one that will cut three inches high. Plenty of leaf
growth will shade the grass roots in hot weather and best of
all, provide a laborless way of preventing weeds and crab
grass from seeding, as weeds will not grow in a thick shady
stand of grass and crab grass will not germinate even in
semi-shade.

Whenever you are applying water to an established lawn
be liberal with the amount used, as the water should pene-
trate 4 inches to do any good, and light sprinklings do injury
—not good; they are about the worst treatment you can give
your lawn.

It is best to water only once a week on clay soil, but it
should be applied so that the water is quickly absorbed into
the soil. Sandy soils dry out more quickly, and lighter and
more frequent waterings are necessary.

Inasmuch as we mix our own grass mixtures we have

the individual grasses for those who want straight grass-
es in one spot or another.

Grade ‘‘A’”’ Sunny Lawn Mixture

This is our own mixture, containing Kentucky Blue Grass,
Fancy Red Top, Red Creeping Fescue, Chewings Fescue, Rye
Grass, and 10% pure White Clover. Wonderful results are
and have been obtained with this mixture. We use only
the very best of seeds obtainable, of lasting value and hardi-
ness, giving you a beautiful and permanent lawn that will
last for years.

Grade ‘‘A’’ Shady Lawn Mixture

Contains Chewings Fescue, Poa Trivialis, Kentucky Blue
Grass and Red Top. This mixture is our own, being mixed
by ourselves especially for shady spots. We use only the
very best seeds obtainable and as more care and attention
is required we have used the hardier grasses, that will make
a dense, thick growth in light soils and a satisfactory lawn
in shady places or where sun is available only part of the
time.

KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS, JUNE GRASS. One of the

best grasses for permanency. For lawns or pasture, it has no
superior. Does well in any soil and stands the summer heat
remarkably well. As it takes some time to become established,
it is usually sown in mixtures.

MERION BLUEGRASS. A new and improved strain of

regular Bluegrass, but it has dark green color. Leaves
slightly wider than ordinary bluegrass. Very winter hardy,
turns green earlier in the spring and is deeper rooted. Holds
its color for a long time in hot weather, and only minimum
water is required during prolonged dry spells.

RED TOP. A very hardy perennial grass, succeeding best
on moist land. Valuable for lawn or pasture, and will
produce large crops of good hay.

DOMESTIC RYE. An annual, coarser

used extensively on banks and terraces.

ENGLISH or PERENNIAL RYE GRASS. 4

where quick results are wanted.

WHITE CLOVER. (Dutch). A small, low growing variety.

It is largely used in lawns and pastures. It makes a small,
close, compact growth covering the ground like a carpet. Its
blossoms are round, white and sweet scented, with leaves of
bright green color.

POA TRIVIALIS, (Rough Stalked Meadow Grass). Close-
ly related to Kentucky Blue Grass. Mostly used in shady
places but will thrive in any soil.

CHEWINGS FESCUE. Valuable on sandy soil and in the

shade. It is a perennial grass with a fine blade and spread-
ing root system.

RED CREEPING FESCUE. One of the best Fescues ob-

tainable. It spreads from the roots, making a dense turf
which tends to crowd out weeds. Does well in shade and is
good on sandy soil.

than blue grass,

lawn grass

BENT GRASS. One of the most valuable lawn grasses.
Exceptionally good for golf courses, greens, etc., because of
its short growth and deep green, fine-leaved foliage. Re-
quires very rich soil and plenty of moisture. ”

Mail Orders are Solicited and Prices Will be
Quoted on Request.

FAESY & BESTHOFF PRODUCTS

15-30-15 STARTER-GROWER. All purpose

completely mineralized all soluble plant food.
Applied as a solution in transplanting or side-
dressing. 3-lb. bags.

BROADLEAF HIGH ORGANIC 6-10-4. 4

33.1/3% organic completely mineralized ferti-
lizer for acid-loving plants. 5-lb., 10-lb., and
25-lb. bags.

TERMITKIL, Un-

adulterated ground
penetrant, formula rec-
ommended by the U.S.
Dept. of Agriculture.
l-gal. cans,

FERTILIZER GRADE
PURE, STEAMED

For gardens, grass,
shrubs, trees
and potted plants

FsB

BONE MEAL. Pure steamed, guaranteed 2.47% Nitrogen, 23% ‘Total
Phosphoric Acid. A favorite organic, slow-acting fertilizer for bulbs,
perennial plants, trees, flowering shrubs and for all year round lawn
application. Particularly effective in stimulating strong root systems.
5-lb., 10-Ib., 25-lb. and 50-lb. bags. Prices on request.

LONGHORN BRAND CATTLE MANURE.

A safe 100% organic natural plant food and
soil builder. 5-Ib. and 10-lb. bags.

ROSE FOOD 8-10-4. Specially compounded

to contain 50% organic matter for the discrim-
inating Rose fancier and grower. Completely
mineralized, 100%
plant food carrier, no
fillers, encourages bril-
liant colors, vigorous
foliage and _ resistance
to disease. 5-lb., 10-Ib.
and 25-lb. bags.

ROSE FOOD
8-10-4

50% organic matter

completely mineralized
no filler

FsB

40 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

FLOWER SEEDS

We are convinced that many of the failures with flower seeds are due to lack of proper conditions,
and while it would be impossible in the space at our disposal in this catalog to give explicit directions
for each and every variety which we offer, we feel sure that if the general directions given below are

followed, success will be the rule.

All of our flower seeds are listed by their common name in strict alphabetical order, together with

the botanical name for your guidance.

Success With Flower Seeds

For all flower seeds which should be started in-
doors, the best plan is to sow in earthenware seed
pans or boxes (about 2 inches deep) which should
be filled to the depth of an inch with any rough
material that will furnish perfect drainage. The
upper inch should be nicely sifted soil, composed,
if possible, of about one-third each of sand, leaf
mould and light garden loam. Press firmly and
evenly and water thoroughly the day before sow-
ing. Sow the seeds thinly over the surface, cover
about one-eighth of an inch and press firmly.
When the seedlings are large enough to handle,
they should be transplanted into similarly pre-
pared boxes an inch apart each way, or put into
small pots and kept in same until time to plant
out in open ground. At all times they should have
én abundance of air, otherwise the young seed-
ings are liable to “damp off.”

For most of the ordinary annual flowers, the
simplest method is to sow directly out-of-doors
when danger of frost is past in the ‘space where
they are intended to flower. The ground should
be dug and raked fine on the surface, sowing the
seeds evenly and thinly, covering not over four
times their size, and firming the soil over them.
Should they come up too thickly, as most of them
are likely to do, thin out so that the plants will
stand from 4 to 12 inches apart, according to the
variety.

Ageratum, Midget Blue

aoe

How to Sow Flower Seeds

It will prove quite an advantage to mix all small
seeds with sand or dry soil and scatter broadcast.
This separates the seeds and is quite an advantage
in thinning out or transplanting the young plants
as those that remain are undisturbed. A common
mistake in sowing flower seeds is covering too
deeply. The exception to this is the Sweet Pea,
which is seldom planted deep enough. As a gen-
eral rule, cover small seeds only to the depth of
the thickness of the seeds; always press the earth
after sowing all flower seeds, else there is danger
of their drying up before the roots can get firm
hold of the soil. Seed of the hardier annuals may
be sown where they are to grow; but as a rule,
it is preferable to transplant, as the plants are
generally stronger and stand the drought better.
During very dry weather, and when the seedlings
are first set out, they should be watered frequently,

The weeds should be kept down and the ground
loosened often, so that the plants will receive the
full benefit of the rains and dews, which they will

not if the ground is allowed to become hard and
baked.

Annuals are those flowers which bloom and die
the same year; grown from seed exclusively.

Biennials bloom and die the second year from
the seeding time.

Perennials grow the plant the first year but do
not flower until the second year and then bloom
every, year.

NUMBER OF SEEDS PER OUNCE UNDER
ALL ITEMS ARE APPROXIMATE.

ABRONIAS (Sand Verbena) .
Pkt., 20c.

Ageratum ()
(FLOSSFLOWER)
(214,000 seeds per oz.)
One of the best summer blooming plants.
growers; early and constant bloomers.

MEXICANUM TALL. 18 inches. Beautiful, soft lavender-
blue, of free branching habit.
Pkt., 10c; Ya oz., 30c.

BLUE CAP. Selected. 6 inches. Definitely more dwarf, more

compact in habit with small leaves. Bright, deep, rich laven-
der-blue.

Pkt., 10c¢; 1% oz., $1.20; 1 oz., $3.50.

BLUE BEDDER. Dwarf.
Pkt., 15¢.

MIDGET BLUE. Dwarf, compact,
Pkt., 10c: 1% oz., $1.35;

They are rapid

rich blue.

1 oz., $4.00.

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Alyssum ©)
(SWEET ALYSSUM)
(60,000 seeds per oz.)
Very popular border flower. Dwarf habit, blooming until killed
by frost. Fine for beds, borders and vases.
LITTLE GEM, Erect; white.
Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 30c; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

VIOLET QUEEN.
Pkt., 10c; V4 oz., 40c; 1 oz., $1.50.

CARPET OF SNOW
Pkt., 10c. 4 oz., 30c; 1 oz., 90c; 4 ozs., $2.50.

PROCUMBENS, ROYAL CARPET. 4.A.S. ’53. Brilliant new
gem for the garden. The spreading compact habit and rich violet-
purple color should be an excellent companion to Carpet of Snow.
Height 3 inches; spread 12 inches.

Pkt., 25¢; % oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.00.

Alyssum ()
SAXATILE COMPACTUM. (Basket of Gold.) 9 inches high.

Blooms in May and June, producing masses of golden flowers
orale Pkt, 3) Oc;s4aor.,25 0c. 61 rox7. 90.

ACROCLINIUM. Double Mixed. Pkt., 15c.
ANCHUSA ITALICA. Dropmore. Pkt., 15¢.
ARABIS ALPINA (Rock Cress). Pkt., 15c.
ARCTOTIS. Large Flowered Hybrids. Pkt., 25c.
ARMERIA. Formosa Hybrids. Pkt., 25c.
Wilt-Resistant Asters

(12,000 seeds per oz.)

GIANT CREGO. The flowers are of immense size, usually from 4 to 5
inches in diameter, and borne on stems 12 inches or more in length.
Mixed colors.

Pkt., 10¢; 1% oz., 35c; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.
QUEEN OF THE MARKET. Best early Aster, usually in full bloom two

weeks before most others begin to blossom. Graceful spreading habit.
Mixed, all colors.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 35c; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

AMERICAN BEAUTY. Early flowering. Mixed colors.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 35c; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

HEART OF FRANCE, Dark ruby-red variety; large double flowers, beau- ~
tiful type. Most outstanding Aster.

Pkt., 10c; V4 oz., 50c; 1 oz., $1.50; 4 ozs., $4.50.
GIANT CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE. Flowers large, with loosely placed

outer petals contrasting with creamy yellow or blue centers, giving a lazy
effect which is quite delightful. The rogues and off types bloom first and
the Giant Sunshine later. Mixed colors.

Pkt., 10c: %4 oz., 35¢; 1 oz., $1.00.

GIANT BRANCHING. Mixed colors.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 35c; 1 oz, $1.00; 4 ozs., $2.50.

DOUBLE AMERICAN BRANCHING. Mixed. wlll

Pkt., 15c. Giant Crego Asters
Balsam (aby sLirrer) (A) Baby’s Breath
2,400 seeds per Oz. (GYPSOPHILA) (A)

DOUBLE CAMELLIA-FLOWERED MIXED. An old fa-

vorite garden flower, producing gorgeous masses of beau-
tiful, colored double flowers throughout the season.

(25,000 seeds per oz.)

Graceful plants of fairy-like growth. Large flowering,
Pkt., 10¢; 1% oz., 30c; 1 oz., 90c; 4 ozs., $2.50. pure white, of free, easy growth. Much in demand for cut-
ting and combining with other flowers for bouquets and

DWARF BUSH BALSAM. Flowers form a pretty rich vases. Several sowings should be made during the season
bouquet of double rose-like flowers about foliage. In sep- to keep up the supply.

arate colors and mixed. et: Os. Fi nis RTA
CINNABAR. Brilliant red. ROSE, WHITE, WHITE GyYPSOPHILA (P) Paniculata. Double white.
REFLECTED ROSE, SCARLET, TORCH. Dwarf ver-

milion-red. PEF 1 0ci-tateetes tion.

SPECIAL MIXTURE. All of the above colors in a well-

balanced mixture or in straight colors as wanted.

Pkt., 10c; V4 ox., 60c; 1 oz., $1.75; 4 ozs., $5.25. BLUE LACE FLOWER. (A) Coeruleus. Blue. Pkt,, 15¢.

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Bachelor’s Button (cenravrea)
(8,000 seeds per oz.)

A very popular annual that will always charm by its simple beauty.
CYANUS MIXED. Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 15¢; 1 oz., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50.
JUBILEE GEM. Pkt., 10c.

RED BOY. Pkt., 10c.

Calendula (eor maricotp) (4)
(15,000 seeds per oz.)
ORANGE KING. The outer petals slightly imbricated, while those in the
center are curved like those of the Peony. Color glowing orange.
Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 15¢; 1 oz., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50.
THE BALL. It has fine stems, immense double flowers of a brilliant glisteny
orange. A great favorite on the Chicago cut flower market.

Pkt., 10c:; 1% oz., 15¢; 1 oz., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50.
SUNSHINE. Pkt., 15c.

California Poppy scuscHotrzta) (A)
(15,000 seeds per oz.)
Valuable for growing in flower beds and masses. Sow where plants are to
bloom. Bright showy flowers and feathered foliage. Good for cut flowers.

CALIFORNIA MIXED. Large flowers.
Pkt., 10¢; oz., 50c.

BUSH ESCHSCHOLTZIA. See Hunnemannia, page 45.

Calliopsis (tickseep) (a)
(100,000 seeds per oz.)

California Poppy

Canterbury Bells campanuta) @)

(125,000 seeds per oz.)
This old-fashioned flower is a favorite with all, Stately
and showy and of the easiest growth. For best results seed
Should be sown every year.

SINGLE MIXED.

Very graceful border plants,
supplying throughout summer
an abundance of elegant, showy
flowers which are greatly prized
for bouquets and vases. Will
thrive anywhere. 6 in. to 2 ft.

Double mixed, all colors.

Pkt., 0c; VY oz., 30¢:
lv oz., $1.00.

Candytuft «

(10,000 seeds per oz.)

This is one of the most prized garden an-
nuals, Easily grown from seed and does not
need transplanting. Fine for cut flowers.
Mixed.
Pkt., 10c¢; % oz., 20c; 1 oz., 60¢;
4 ozs., $1.75.
GIANT HYACINTH FLOWERED, White.
Pkt., 10c.

CARDINAL CLIMBER (A). Pkt., 15c.

Carnations (4)
(15,000 seeds per oz.)
Always in demand and not hard to grow, being hardy and free flow-
ering. It is one of the most valuable of summer flowers.

MARGUERITE, Double Mixed.
kt., 10c; 4 oz., 75c; 1 oz., $2.25; 4 ozs., $6.50.

CHABAUD GIANT MIXED.
Pkt., 10¢: %4 oz.,
5c: 1 oz., $2.25:
4 ozs., $6.50.

Castor Bean
(RICINUS) (A)
(30 seeds per oz.)
Decorative plant with
fernlike foliage, giving
to the garden a mag-
nificent sub-tropical ef-
fect; even a single plant
forms a pyramid of
leaves.

ZAN/ZIBARIENSIS.

Leaves vary in color
from light green to
purplish red.

Pkt., 10 seeds, 10¢;

Canterbury Bells, Calycanthema $1500! ae rh ee

Pkt., 10c; % oz., 45¢e: 1 oz., $1.25.

DOUBLE MIXED.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 60c; 1 oz., $1.75.

CALYCANTHEMA (Cup and Saucer). 2 ft. June to

August. Mixed colors.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 50c; oz., $1.40.

Candytuft, Giant
Hyacinth Flowered

Carnations

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Celosia (coxcoms) (a)
(30,000 seeds per oz.)

Very popular annuals of easy culture, producing large, ornamental, comblike heads
like ruffled chenille. Prized for pots or summer flower beds.
EMPRESS, (Dwarf Crested.) Crimson combs, dark foliage. 12 inches.
PKE795.0675/4702:,7 10c-4 lt 0x17 92.50.
PLUMOSA, GOLDEN FLEECE. The clear golden yellow feathery spikes are car-
ried on good stems giving a magnificent airy appearance. This is a new GIANT
plumosa type, which should be excellent for pots or garden use.
Pkt., 40c; Ye oz., 75c; Ya oz., $1.40; 1 oz., $4.00.
PLUMOSA, TALL COXCOMB MIXED. 24 to 30 inches.
Pkt Oza V4s10z., 35:
CHINESE WOOLFLOWER. (Celosia Childsi). Plants grow 2 to 3 ft. high, the
bloom starting early with a central head, round and globular, which often reaches
the immense size of 2 ft. in circumference. Scores of branches are thrown out, each
bearing a ball of scarlet wool.

Pisa hOc;714.02.,-25¢.

PLUMOSA, DWARF FIERY FEATHERED. A standard variety.
Pkt., 15¢; Ye oz., 50c; V4 oz., 90c; 1 oz., $2.25.

FEATHERED, MIXED.
Pkt., 15c.

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Caos Seno lL: ener Celosia, Tall Coxcomb

Chrysanthemum
CARINATUM RAINBOW MIXTURE. 4 __ surprising

blend of entirely new shades and color combinations in
Annual Chrysantheums. The very free flowering 2 feet high
plants are early blooming, come into flower 2 months from
the time of sowing; from June until September they give
a truly amazing display.

Trade pkt., 30c; Y% oz., 20c; 1 oz., 60c, post-
paid.

CLARKIA, Double Mixed.

Pkt., 15c.

CENTAUREA, IMPERIALIS. Sweet Sultan.
Pkt., 15c.

CLEOME, Giant Pink Queen.
Pkt., 15c.

Coleus

Coleus

(FOLIAGE PLANTS) (A)

(3,500 seeds per 1/32 02.)
BALL’S GIANT EXHIBITION MIXTURE, An extra large leaved
strain with exceptional brilliance of coloring.
Trade pkt., $1.25; 1/32 oz., $2.50; 1/16 oz., $4.75.
RAINBOW MIXTURE. Bedding plants, growing about 1 foot high.
Their foliage is highly ornamental. Easy to raise from seed. Sow seed in-
doors. Extra large.

Trade pkt., 75c; 1/32 oz., $1.00; 1/16 oz., $1.75.

Columbine
(AQUILEGIA) (P)
(17,500 seeds per oz.)
MRS. SCOTT ELLIOTT’S STRAIN. ‘This beautiful plant thrives in

all kinds of soil; graceful foliage, flowers abundantly from early May until
the last of June. Columbine — Aquilegia

Pkt., 10c; Y% oz., $1.25.

Coreopsis () Cypress Vine «|

For trailing upon a light ornamental trellis the Cypress
(12,000 “seeds per 07.) Vine cannot be excelled. It has a profusion of scarlet or
This is one of the finest of hardy plants, with large, white star-shaped blossoms, and finely cut foliage.

showy, bright yellow flowers produced in greatest abundance Pkt., 15¢; 14 0z., 35c,
from June until frost. As cut flowers they stand near the DAHLIA

head among hardy plants. UNWIN‘S DWARF HYBRIDS. 1% oz., 75c; 1 oz.,
Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 25¢; 1 oz., 75c. $2.00; 4 ozs., $6.00.

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Cosmos (4)
(5,500 seeds per oz.)

KLONDYKE, ORANGE FLARE, Orange Flare will flower in

the North in less than four months from seed and continue to
grow and bloom~with increasing freedom until killed by frost.
As it is a tropical plant it should not be sown out-of-doors until
the ground is warm. Give it full sun in the garden. Cut flowers
should be taken when newly opened with low centers when
they will keep several days in water.

Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 30c; 1 oz., $1.00.

EARLY FLOWERING MAMMOTH, MIXED.

Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 90c; 4 ozs., $2.50.

SENSATION MIXED. The most satisfactory class of Cos-
mos to grow for cut-flower purposes. Extra large-flowered, extra
early.

Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 90c.

FIESTA. Semi-double. Brilliant flowers gold striped scarlet.
Easy to grow, early, heat resistant, free flowering annuals for
gardens.

¢

Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., $1.00: 1 oz.,
$3.60, postpaid.

Delphinium

‘ Cosmos, Sensation

Double Daisy

(BELLIS PERENNIS) (P)
(12,500 seeds per oz.)

A favorite low growing spring flowering plant. Loves a
shady place and rich soil. 6-8 in. Double choice mixture.

Pkt., 10c; Vg oz., 40; V4 oz., 75c: 1 oz., $2.25.
PAINTED DAISY. See Pyrethrum, page 47.

Delphinium
(PERENNIAL LARKSPUR) (P)
(10,000 seeds per oz.)
PACIFIC GIANTS, MIXED, This new = strain produces
plants that are 60-65 per cent ‘mildew resistant. The flowers

are immense size, tightly set on straight stems. The flowers
do not shatter and are fine for cut flowers.

Pkt., 20c.

Forget-Me-Not
(MYOSOTIS) (B)
(42,000 seeds per oz.)

They are considered among the best spring flowers. They
prefer moist, cool soil, and will bloom freely in fall and
early spring.

VICTORIA, Sky-blue.
VICTORIA, ROSEA. Pink.
Pkt., 10c; 14 oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.00.

Four O’clock

(MIRABILIS) (A)
(350 seeds per oz.)

MARVEL OF PERU. Mixed colors.
Pkt., 10¢; oz., 40¢; Y% Ib., $1.25.

Foxglove
(DIGITALIS) (B)
(200,000 seeds per oz.)

Bearing long spikes of beautifully colored flowers; fine for
planting in hardy borders or among shrubbery. Mixed. SEAR Sead 9 sae h

Pkt., 10¢; 4 oz., 30c; oz., 90c. Four O'clock

Bloom from June to October.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc.

Gaillardia

(BLANKET FLOWER) (A)
(15,000 seeds per oz.)

PICTA LORENZIANA, Double flowers, mixed colors.
PKT., 10c; %4 oz., 40c.

Gaillardia

Gaillardia

GEUM,. Double Scarlet. Pkt,, 20c.
GOURDS, Large or Small Fruited. Mixed. Pkt., 15¢; oz., 50c.
HELIOTROPE, Dark varieties mixed. Pkt., 25c.
HESPERIS. Purple or white. Pkt., 15c.
HIBISCUS Pkt., 15c.

HEARTS and HONEY

One of the most colorful and interesting, and unusual
novelties ever offered. A climbing vine, related to the
Cardinal Climber, bearing an abundance of small 1%-
inch diameter flowers, projected from long narrow tubes.
The flowers last but one day, but there is a continuous
succession of bloom throughout the summer and _ fall,
at times completely smothering the plants with color.
The flowers open early in the morning a brilliant orange
with large honey-like yellow centers. Towards noon the
color changes to a pinkish red with somewhat lighter
centers, and in late afternoon (except on the warmest
days which may wilt the flowers) the color is trans-
formed into a brilliant pure rose-pink, with white cen-

ters. You will admire the attractive, deeply cut, fern-
like foliage—the most distinct and attractive of all gar-
den annuals. Hearts and Honey likes to climb, with
vines up to 15 feet in length. It’s easily grown. The seed
should be sown directly in the garden when the ground
has thoroughly warmed. The plants start to flower when
yet small and will continue to grow and flower until
frost. An added feature of Hearts and Honey in your
garden, will be the many hummingbirds that it attracts.
In fact, with its abundance of nectar deep in the long
flower tube, it is truly made-to-order for these most
interesting and colorful tiny birds.

Pkt., 25¢: Va oz., 75¢; Y2 oz., $1.25, postpaid.

Their long flowering period, long
stems and bright colors make these one of the most valuable perennials,
being easily grown in beds and borders.

GRANDIFLORA. Mixed single. Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 40c.

Hollyhocks

(3,800 seeds per 02.)
Make a fine row in the garden and an excellent background to cover
a high wall or fence. 6 to 8 ft.

DOUBLE MIXED. Double and semi-double.
Pkt., 10c; 44 oz., 75c.
MOLLYHOCK. Indian Spring. Pkt., 15c¢.

HUNNEMANNIA. Pkt., 15c.

ICELAND POPPY. Gartford Mixed. Pkt., 20c.
KOCHIA. Childsi. Pkt., 15c.

LANTANA. Pkt., 15c.

Larkspur
(8,700 seeds per oz.)
The graceful spikes of bloom are much valued for vases. They
continue long in bloom.

GIANT IMPERIAL MIXED. 3 feet. Derives its name from the strik-

ing resemblance of the flowers to the Double Hyacinth. Delicate color.
V4 oz., 45¢; Y2 oz.,-85c¢; 1 oz., $1.50; 4 ozs., $4.50.
BRILLIANT ROSE. Pkt., 10c.

SUPER MAJESTIC MIXED. Pkt., 15c.

BLUE SPIRE. Pkt., 10c.

MAJESTIC ROSE. Pkt., 15c.

LAVENDER. Pkt., 25c.

LOBELIA. Crystal Palace. Pkt., 25¢c.
LUNARIA. Biennis. Pkt., 25c.
LUPIN, Perennial Mixed. Pkt,, 20c.

Sas ae

Double Hollyhock

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Marigold

Marigold cracetes) (a)
(10,000 seeds per o7.)

DOUBLE TALL AFRICAN MIXTURE. Pkt., 10¢; 1% oz.,
5c; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

GIANT-FLOWERED TYPE

Strong growing plants, 31% ft. tall, bearing huge, ruffled,
tightly petaled Peony-flowered blooms: the largest of any
Marigolds.

SUNSET GIANTS. Huge flowers: colors range through
orange, yellow and primrose. A tall variety and a beauty.

Pkt., 10c; V4 oz., 35¢: 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.
MAMMOTH MUM. Tall, strong plants bearing 314-in,

light yellow flowers on excellent stems. A florist favorite.

Pkt., 40c; 4 oz., 90c; 1 oz., $3.20, postpaid.
CARNATION-FLOWERED

Loosely petaled flowers, 3 inches or more across, borne on
plants generally 2 to 214 ft. high.
GUINEA GOLD. 2 to 2% feet. An unusual type of Mari-
gold, color orange flushed with gold. Nearly all flowers are
double or semi-double and their odor is less pungent than
that of other Marigolds. Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 35c: 1 oz.,
$1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.
YELLOW SUPREME. A large, fluffy, well-rounded bloom

of delicate milk-honey fragrance, with broad, loose frilled
petals of a rich, creamy lemon color. Plants practically free
from objectionable Marigold odor, Pkt., 10¢; 1% oz., 40c:
1 oz., $1.25; 4 ozs., $3.75

ORANGE SUNSET. Huge pure orange, strong growing
plants 31% ft. tall, bearing huge ruffled, tightly petaled Peony-

flowered blooms, the largest of any Marigold.

V4 oz., 35¢; 1 oz., $1.00.

CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWERED
MISSION GIANT GOLDSMITH, Chrysanthemum flowered,

medium height, pure orange color.

Pkt., 35c; V4 oz., 75¢: 1 oz., $2.50, postpaid.

DWARF MEDIUM-FLOWERED TYPES
CUPID MIXED. (New.) Dwarf in habit. 6 inches. Large,

Chrysanthemum-like flowers completely cover the entire plant.
Orange, yellow and golden yellow. Odorless, flowers 2 to 214

inches across. Vg oz,, 70c; V4 oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.25.

DWARF FRENCH SINGLE TYPES

FLASH. Single mahogany flowers with golden yellow mar-
gins on medium dwarf plants.

Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30: 1 oz., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50.
NAUGHTY MARIETTA, Uniform, semi-dwarf, bushy

plants, vigorous, free blooming with 2-inch flowers of golden
yellow, each petal having a mahogany base. Pkt., 10c;

Yq oz., 35¢; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

DWARF FRENCH DOUBLE TYPES
HARMONY. 12 to 14 inch. Scabious-like flowers of deep orange with maroon collars

of broad petals, crested centers. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 25c; 1 oz., 80c; 4 ozs.,

$2.25.

SCARLET GLOW. The brightest red Marigold. Pkt, 100; “4 oz., 35¢; 1 oz.,

$1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

EXTRA DWARF HARMONY, (Midget Harmony.) Same color as Spry, but dwarf
in habit. 6 inches. Pk¢,, 10c; 4 oz., 40c; 1 oz., $1.25; 4 ozs., $3.75,

COLOR MAGIC, (New.) Brilliant colors red to pure gold, many varied striped
combinations in red and gold. Full double. Plant dwarf and compact. 6 inches,

V4 oz., 50¢c; 1 oz., $1.60.

YELLOW PYGMY. Light lemon-yellow, only 8 inches tall and compact small 114-
inch blooms, free flowering and excellent for edging beds, Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 40c;

1 oz., $1.25; 4 ozs., $3.75.
RUSTY RED, Large fully double flowers, 2 inches and

rusty red, delicately edged golden yellow. Freely produced, the flowers borne in
great profusion well above the dwarf bushy plants from early summer to late fall.

Pkt., 25¢; Ye oz., 70c: V4 oz., $1.25: 1 oz., $4.25.

EXTRA DWARF FRENCH DOUBLE TYPES
SPRY DWARF HYBRIDS. Yellow-bordered mahogany, a gay mixture of extra

dwarf colors, remarkably uniform and early.

Pkt., 10c; Y4 oz., 40c: 1 oz., $1.25: 4 ozs., $3.75.
BUTTERBALL. Soft butter-yellow, 6 to 8 inches. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 40c;

1 oz., $1.25; 4 ozs., $3.75.

SUNKIST, Orange, dwarf, compact, early. Pkt., 10¢; 4 oz., 40c; 1 oz., Siz.

4 ozs., $3.75.

DOUBLE DWARF FRENCH. Special Mixture including Spry, Butterball, Sunkist,

RED HEAD. Flowers 2 inches across, opening rich mahoga-
ny, changing to auburn and later to bronzy gold. Compact
dwarf plants, 1 ft. high, completely covered with flowers.

Pkt., 10¢; V4 oz., 35c; 1 oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.00.

se

more across of a rich

ete. Pkt., 10c; V4 oz., 40c; 1 oz., $1.25; 4 ozs., $3.75. French Marigolds

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Scarlett O’Hara

Mignonette |

(30,000 seeds per oz.)
MACHET, The best for all purposes. Of dwarf habit, with
very large red flowers and handsome foliage.

Pkt. Ue;

MOMORDICA. Mixed.
Pkt., 15c.

Morning Glory cromoea) (A)

(200 seeds per 072.)

Deservedly very popular as they are one of the most free
flowering and rapid growing plants in cultivation; the
beauty and delicacy of their brilliant flowers are unsur-
passed. Soaking the seed in warm water for an hour or two
hastens germination.

COMMON MIXED.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 15c: 1 oz., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50.
ORIENTAL, MIXED.

Pkt., 15c; oz., $1.00; 1% Ib., $3.00.

Golden “Gleam Nasturtium

Pearly Gates

Heavenly Blue

MORNING GLORY——Continued
HEAVENLY BLUE.
Pktz, L0e;) 44 oz., 15c¢;
SCARLETT O’HARA.
Pkt DG: 2/4 20x, 25c7
PEARLY GATES.

Pkt., 15¢e; % oz., 25c: 1 oz., 75¢: 4 ozs., $2.25.
GIANT CORNELL. Red with white edge. The best red
large flowered Morning Glory.

Pktz, 15637 Vatoz:, 25¢:7 la oz.. (DC; 450ZzS.. $2.25.
CRIMSON RAMBLER.

Pkt., 10c.

1 oz., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50.

1 oz., 75¢; 4 ozs., $2.25.

Nasturtiums |
For ease of culture, duration of bloom, brilliancy of color-
ing and general excellence, nothing excels them. All they
need is a moderately good soil, in a well drained sunny posi-
tion, and within a few weeks from the time they are sown
until hard frost comes there is an endless profusion of blos-

soms.

DWARF, SINGLE MIXED.

Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 35c; 4 ozs., $1.00.

TALL TRAILING, SINGLE MIXED.

Pkt., 1G6¢; 1 oz., 35¢; 4 ozs., $1.00.

SCARLET GLEAM. Plain petaled and deep throated. This
is a sweet scented variety similar to Golden Gleam.

Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 35c; 4 ozs., $1.00.

GOLDEN GLEAM. An attractive, double-flowered, sweet-

scented variety adapted to culture as bedding or pot plants.
Also valuable for cut flowers.

Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 35c; 4 ozs., $1.00.

DOUBLE GLORIOUS GLEAM HYBRIDS. These hybrids
are a collection of gorgeously colored, large, well formed
flowers of such dazzling beauty and colors as were never
dreamed of before in a double Nasturtium. Mixed colors.

Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 35c; 4 ozs., $1.00.

NEMESIA, Triumph Mixed. =
Pkt., 20c.

NICOTIANA, Evening Star.

Pkt., I5c.

Pyrethrum
(PAINTED DAISY) (P)

One of the most valuable of our early summer flowers.
Charming colors and wonderful lasting properties as a
cut flower. Flowers in May and June and frequently in
August and September; in all shades of rose and pink. Height
1 to 2 feet.

ROSEUM. Single mixed.
Pkt., 25c; 4 oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.00.

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SEE? SERVERS, Enc., Grand Napics, Michigan

Petunias

(250,000 seeds per oz.)

The Petunia loves a rich soil and thrives best
in a sunny location. Pinch back freely. This
causes the plants to branch out and spread, shad-
ing the ground, thereby helping to conserve the
moisture. Keep the faded flowers clipped.

PETUNIA
Giants of California

The flowers are very large, averaging 5 to 7
inches across, and colors embrace every conceiy-
able shade of crimson, white, violet, lavender, etc.
5696 PARAMOUNT GIANTS. | Free flowering
mixture of light and dark shades. Particularly
suited to outdoors as they will be showy even
under adverse conditions.

1/64 oz., $2.50; 1/32 oz., 4.25581 7416
oz., $7.50; Ve oz., $13.00; 1% oz., $24.00.

3708 SUPER DWARFS EXTRA CHOICE |
BLEND. Giant flowers on_ plants having the
ultimate in dwarf habit. Bred Strictly for pots
and combinations. Many bi-colors. Very low per-
centage of small flowered.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $6.00; Ve oz., $11.00;
Yq oz., $20.00.

5704 MIXED. Light and dark shades.
Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Vg oz., $8.00;
Yq oz., $15.00.

PETUNIA, Hybrida

Strong growing and free flowering 20- to 24-inch
plants, bearing many medium sized plain edged
single flowers. For garden use,

9432 FLAMING VELVET, Velvety blood-red.
Pkt., 15¢; Vs oz., 50c; V4 oz., $1.00;
1 oz., $3.00.

2422 HOWARD STAR. Reddish purple, white
star.

Pkt., 15¢; Vs oz., 50c; VY ox., $1.00;
1 oz., $3.00.

3438 TOPAZ ROSE. Rose and gold. All-America ’38.
Pkt., 15c; Ve oz., 50c; Y4 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.

5430 VIOLACEA. Deep violet.
Pkt., 15c; Ye oz., 45¢; V4 ox., 85c; 1 oz., $2.50.

Petunias, Giants of California

2410 WHITE KING. White.
Pkt., 15¢; Ys ox., 45¢; Va oz., 85¢; 1 oz., $2.50.

5440 SPECIAL MIXTURE.
Pkt., 15¢; Vg oz., 40c: %4 oz., 70c; 1 oz., $2.00.

PETUNIA, Hybrida Nana Compacta

In ordering Petunias, be sure to order by number as well
as by name, to insure giving you the varieties you want.

Dwarf compact free flowering 12- to 14-inch plants, bear-
ing many medium sized plain-edged single flowers. For beds
and_ borders.

ADMIRAL. Re-selected. The best dwarf clear blue Pe-
tunia of good size and an even compact grower.

Pkt., 85c; 1/64 oz., $1.75; 1/32 oz., $3.25: 1/16
oz., $6.00.

ALDERMAN. Medium size flowers
Fine for pot plants and bedding.
Pkt., 30c; 4 oz., 90c; 1 oz., $3.20.

3482 BLUE BEDDER. Mid-blue.
Pkt., 25c; Ys oz., $1.25; V4 oz., $2.00; 1 oz., $6.00.

3484 CELESTIAL ROSE STANDARD STRAIN.
Pkt., 15¢; Ye oz., 50c; V4 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00,
postpaid.

CELESTIAL ROSE IMPROVED. Deep rose, compact.
1/16 oz., 60c; Ye oz., $1.00; V4 oz., $1.75; 1 oz.,
$5.50, postpaid.

5302 CREAM STAR. Soft creamy white flowers.

Pkt., 25c; tr. pkt., 60c; Vg oz., $1.25; V4 ox., $2.00;
1 oz., $6.00.

5500 ROSY MORN. Select rose, white throat, dwarf ex-
k

tra select stock.

Pkt., 15¢; Ve oz., 50c: V4 ox., $1.00; 1 ox., $3.00.

of deep violet-blue.

ELK’S STAR. Blue-purple flower, uniformly marked.
1/32 oz., $2.25; 1/16 oz., $4.00; Ve oz., $7.50.
9492 FIRE CHIEF. Brilliant scarlet-red. Plant dwarf.
<I nee Ye ox., $1.75; Va oz., $3.25: 1 oz.,

GLOW. The richest red small flowering Petunia; a dwarf
bushy plant which is coyered with 214-inch flowers of daz-
zling carmine-red.

1/16 oz., $1.40;
postpaid.

Ye oz., $2.20; V4 oz., $4.00,

5494 LIPSTICK. Carmine-rose with just a sugges-
tion of salmon. Very true to color and habit.

1/16 oz., $1.50; Ye oz., $2.50; V2 oxz., $8.25;
1 oz., $16.00.

COMANCHE. An F;

hybrid of the multiflora class.
No fading. It is a free-bloom-
measuring from 214 to 234
ItVis base-branching and semi-compact.

Color is deep scarlet-red.
ing variety with flowers
inches across.
Height averages 15 in. with spread of 18 in. It is im-
portant that there be at least 18-in. spacing.

1/128 oz., $3.00; Valat aa $5.50; 1/32 oz.,

$10.00; 1/16 oz., $18.0

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ao

PETUNIAS

CANADIAN ALL DOUBLE LARGE FLOWERING

All Double Formula Mixture. A blend made of the various All
Double Mixtures now available, to which have been added separate
colors in the right proportion. :

Y2 trade pkt., $2.25; trade pkt., oF 0G: 1/128 oz., $7.50;

1/64 oz., $14.50; 1/32 oz., $28.0
COLOSSAL SHADES OF ROSE PROUD: Giant double

blooms up to 5 inches or more across on vigorous compact plants.
Containing 80% rose and new salmon shades. Makes fine 4- to 5-
inch pot plants for Easter, Mother’s Day and spring combinations.
500 seeds $1.65; 1000 seeds $2.75; 1/128 oz., $5.50;
1/64 oz., $10.00.

5496 ROSE OF HEAVEN. Brilliant rose dwarf, extra select stock.
Pkt., 15¢; Vg oz., 50¢; 1% oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.

5516 SNOW QUEEN. Large flowers, white.

Pkt., 15¢; Vg oz., 500; 1% oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.

5510 TOPAZ QUEEN. Scarlet-rose, compact, large.

Vg oz., 90c; 4 oz., $1.60; 1 oz., $5.50.
5303 TWINKLES. Masses of small bright rose flowers with white star.
Vg oz., 90c; 4 oz., $1.60; 1 oz., $5.50.

5512 VIOLACEA. Deep velvety purple.

Pkt., 15c; Vs oz., 50c; Va oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.

a
Special Mixture of Dwarf Small Flowering Varieties

Includes all the varieties listed above and many others, and will
be a revelation to those who plant a packet in furnishing an un-
ending supply of flowers in a most bewildering combination of colors

Double Petunias

Balcony (Hybrida Pendula)

Strong growing 18- to 24-inch plants with spreading or
trailing foliage bearing many single plain edged flowers
larger than the ordinary bedding types. For garden, window
boxes or pots.

5544 BLACK PRINCE. Deep velvety red.

Pkt., 25c; Vs oz., oe a V4 oz., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00.
5536 BALCONY R (R ed Prince.) Crimson.

Pkt., 25¢; Ve oz., SI. "50; V4 oz., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00.
5532 BALCONY BLUE. Deep violet-blue.

Pkt., 15¢c; Ve oz., 80c; V4 oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50.
5538 BALCONY ROSE. Vivid rosy pink.

Pkt., 15¢; Vg oz., 80c; 1% oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50.
5558 BALCONY MIXED. Several colors.

Pkt., 15c; Vg oz., 65¢; 4 oz., $1.20; 1 oz., $3.50.

Large Fringed Types
Grandiflora Single Fringed
5624 FLUFFY RUFFLES. Mixture of bi-color shades,

many of which are not offered in separate colors.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Ys oz., $8.50; 1% oz.,
$15.00. .

5618 FRINGED SNOWSTORM. Fxcellent white, com-

pact.

Ae 50c: 1/16 oz., $4.50; Ys oz., $8.50; 1% oz..

Sa GE TEODCGIA? Fringed rose, gold throat.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Ys oz., $8.50; 4 oz.,
$15.00.

5626 FIMBRIATA, Choice mixed.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Vs oz., $8.50; V4 oxz.,
$15.00.

POPCORN is a new Grandiflora single plain- edged
variety identical in flower form and size of bloom with
Snowstorm. However, it is earlier blooming, and _ its
habit is exceedingly dwarf and compact. Excellent for
pot work and bedding. Unquestionably will replace
Snowstorm for universal use.

ron oz., $3.00; 1/32 oz., $5.50; 1/16 oxz.,

.

as long as summer lasts.

Pkt., 20c; Vg oz., $1.25; V4 oz., $2.00; 1 oz., $7.00.

Grandiflora Nana Compacta
5446 KING HENRY. Velvety red. Large flowers, 8-inch

plants.
Pkt., 25c; 1/16 oz., $2.25; Ys oz., $4.00; VY oz.,
$7.00.
5444 VELVET BALL. Round, compact, ball-shaped, 8-

inch plants, velvety red blooms.

1/32 oz., $1.45; 1/16 oz., $2.75; Ye oz., $5.00.

Large Plain Edged Types
Grandiflora Single Plain Edged
Free flowering 12- to 16-inch plants, some varieties spread-
ing, others compact. Many plain edged flowers of heavy
substance and velvety texture. Prime favorite of florists.

5644 DAZZLER. New brilliant scarlet, compact.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Vg oz., $8.50: Y% oz.,
$15.0 eee PRIDE, Darkest velvety ‘purple.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Ye oz., $8.50; 1% oz.,
$15.00.

5642 PINK GLORY. Improved, deep rose, white throat,

compact.
Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Ys oz., $8.50; 1% oz.,
$15.00.

5662 SNOWSTORM IMPROVED. Best florist white,
yellow shaded throat.

Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Ys oz., $8.50; 4 oz.,
15.00
os WHITE CLOUD. Pure white, compact.
Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Vs oz., $8.50; % oxz.,
$15.00.
5668 SPECIAL MIXTURE. Light and dark shades.
Pkt., 50¢; 1/16 oz., $4.50; Vs oz., $8.50; 4 ox.,
$15.00.
5734 ROYALTY. Rich purple with white star.
Pkt., 50c; 1/16 oz., $6.00; sg oz., $11.00; % oz.,
$20.00.
In ordering Petunias, be sure to order by number as well
as by name, to insure giving you the varieties you want.

SILVER (HEAVENLY) BLUE. Pkt., 20c.
GIANT RUFFLED and FRINGED. Pkt., 50c.
ROSE KING IMPROVED. Pkt., 15c.
CREAM STAR, DWARF. Pkt., 20c.

ROSE BEDDER, DWARF. Pkt., 20c.
MIDGET, MIXED. Pkt., 20c.

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Pinks (o1ANnTHUs) (A)
(28,000 seeds per oz.)

DOUBLE, Selection of the best double Pinks in cultivation.
Flowers ranging in color through all the brightest and most
brilliant shades.

Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 25c; oz., 75c.

SINGLE, Combining all the brightest and most brilliant
shades of the single flowers. Mixed.

Pkt., 10c; Yq oz., 25¢: 1 o., 75c.

Phiox (4)

(18,000 seeds per oz.)

The annual Phloxes are dazzling in effect, particularly so
when sown in masses or ribbon beds of contrasting colors.
Few flowers are so easy to grow from seed, so pretty and
compact in habit, so quick to bloom, or give such a brilliant
display of color for so little cost or care.

PHLOX DRUMMONDI, Unsurpassed for variety of col-

ors. Mixed.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 60¢; oz., $1.75.

SCARLET, LARGE FLOWERING.
Pkt., 25c.

PHLOX DECUSSATA. (Perennial.) Beltsville Beauty.
Color range includes white, white with eye, pink, pink with
eye, salmon, flame-lavender, mauve. Caution: Freeze seed
before planting.

Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., $1.00.
DWARF BEAUTY MIXED. A fine dwarf flowering

strain of Dwarf Phlox, excellent for pot culture, combina-
tion and border planting. Plant compact, florets twice the
size of regular strain. 8 inches tall. A mixture of the
following colors: Blue, Crimson, Mauve, Pink, Salmon,
Scarlet, Violet and White.

Vg oz., 95c; V4 oz., $1.50: 1 oz., $4.50.

Separate colors are available at a slightly higher price.

Pansies
(12,000 seeds per oz.)

They like a cool, moist soil and protection from
the wind as well as the noon-day sun. Seed should
be sown in the house and transplanted when
danger of frost is over. For large flowers, early
in the spring, the seed should be sown in August
or September and the plants protected with a cold
frame during the winter. May also be sown out-
of-doors in the spring for late summer and fall
flowers,

SUPER SWISS GIANTS. This mixture com-

ines the finest selections of several Pansy spe-

cialists, the perfect blending is further insured by
the addition of separate colors that do not gen-
erally appear in the average mixtures.

Yg oz., $2.25; V4 oz., $4.00; oz., $12.50.

SUPER MAPLE LEAF MIXTURES “CANA-

DIAN GIANTS.” A selection of the distinct
variety Maple Leaf Giants, having large leaves of

a rich dark green and flowers of gigantic size and
heavy substance, with good stems, in a beautiful
color range. Plants of compact and sturdy growth.

Vg oz., $2.25; V4 oz., $4.00; Ox: 912.50:
PRIMROSE, SHOWY EVENING (Oenothera

lamarckiana).

Pkt., 15.

PRIMULA. Malacoides, New Baby.
Pkt., 50c.

RANUNCULUS.
Pkt., 25¢.

Garden Pinks

Oriental Poppies «
(448,000 seeds per oz.)

These should be sown in early spring in the open
ground as soon as it is fit to work. The plants disappear
during July and August appearing again as soon as the
weather gets cool. It is it well to mark the place with a
stick so the roots will not be disturbed during the rest-
ing period. When the fall growth starts they should be
transplanted to their permanent flowering quarters.
Flowers of immense size, 6 inches and over, of many
novel colors.

RED and SALMON MIXED. P
Pkt., 10c: Y% oz., $1.15.

Pansies

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Poppies

(73,000 seeds per oz.)

Should be sown as early in the spring as possible, where
they are to remain, as they will not stand transplanting.
Sow very thinly; they must not stand nearer than 5 or 6 inch-
es apart if you wish best results.

SHIRLEY, SINGLE, Lovely and dainty shades, many edged

and shaded with other colors.

Pkt., 10c; Y%4 oz., 15c; oz., 50c.
SHIRLEY, DOUBLE. Beautiful double satiny flowers in

shades of white, pink and old rose with white centers.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 15¢; oz., 50c.

DOUBLE SHIRLEY, SWEET BRIAR.
Pkt., 10c.

AMERICAN LEGION.
Pkt., 10c.

Portulaca (Rose Moss) (A)
(300,000 seeds per oz.)

This plant will grow and bloom profusely in dry, hot
situations, where almost any other plant would soon die.
Easily transplanted. In sowing mix the seed with dry sand
to insure an even distribution. Sow in May when the
ground is thoroughly warmed, and soon the loveliest of flor-
al carpets will appear.

BEST DOUBLE MIXTURE.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., $1.50; oz., $4.25.

SINGLE MIXED.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c; oz., $1.50.

Portulaca

Saipiglossis
(125,000 seeds per oz.)

Shirley Poppies

Salvia (FLOWERING SAGE) (A)

(7,500 seeds per oz.)

A hedge or bed of Salvias is a blaze of color during late
summer and fall, bloom in spikes and continuing to bloom
until killed by hard frosts. Seed should be started indoors,
sow about 4 inch deep; transplant when soil is well warmed,
about 12 to 18 inches apart.

SALVIA SPLENDENS. About 2 to 2% ft. tall. The

standard late tall scarlet.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., $1.25; oz., $4.00; 4 ozs., $13.00.

BONFIRE. About 16 inches tall, compact, early.
Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., $1.50; oz., $4.50; 4 ozs., $15.00.

AMERICA, (Globe of Fire.) 18 inches tall. Early dwarf.
Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., $1.50; oz., $4.50; 4 ozs., $15.00.

BLAZE OF FIRE. 12 inch. Bright scarlet. Earliest of all.
Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., $2.00; 1 oz., $6.00.

ST. JOHN’S FIRE. 10 inch. Extra early bright scarlet,
uniform and compact. An excellent strain.

Tr, pkt., 75c; V4 oz., $2.50; V2 oz., $4.25;
$7.50.

1 oz.,

FARINACEA. Blue bedder. Deep blue. 3 ft. tall.
V4 "Oz. 91:25; )1 5022, 94.00.

Undoubtedly one of the most attractive annuals and should
be in every garden. The blossoms are tube-shaped, much like
Petunia but rivaling the latter in the beautiful colors displayed.
Nearly every flower is veined with a glint of gold. Flowers are
large and last well in water, really better than on the plants.
Large Flowering Mixed.

Pkt., 10c; 14 oz., 30c; oz., $1.00.

Scarlet Runner “

(30 seeds per 02.)

A very rapid grower, bearing sprays of bright scarlet, pealike
flowers from early summer to late fall.

Pkt. 10 seeds, 10c; oz., 15¢; 1% Ib., 30c.
Shasta Daisy ©

(CHRYSANTHEMUM LEUCANTHEMUM)
(18,000 seeds per oz.)

CONQUEROR. Flowers very large, pure white, bearing all
summer a profusion of immense flowers on stems 2/2 to 3 ft.

Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.00.

Salvia, Fireball

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(Mourning Bride)

Scabiosa «)
(3,500 seeds per oz.)
IMPERIAL GIANTS, Extremely large flowers composed

entirely of broad frilled petals, arranged in a perfect ball
(“no pin-cushion”). Plants are 42 to 48 in. tall, upright and

bear flowers on long wiry stems. A new race for Scabiosa.

BRIDESMAID.

CORAL MOON, Full range of salmon-rose from light to
deep shades.

LAVENDER MOON.

in Scabiosa.

Pkt., 30c; V4 oz., 75c: 1 oz., $2.40, postpaid.
GRANDIFLORA MIXED. Our latest special mixture and

we are sure the delicate soft colors will be admired by all our
friends.

Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 25¢; oz., 75¢; 4 OZS., 92:25,
OXFORD BLUE. Pkt., 15c.

CAUCASICA, Lavender-blue.
Pkt., 50c.

Salmon-pink shades.

Silver-lavender. A lovely new color

Strawflower «|
(HELICHRYSUM)
(45,000 seeds per oz.)

An ornament to the garden when growing, and are prized
everywhere for the winter decoration of vases, and for dur-
able bouquets. Flowers intended for drying should be gath-
ered when partially unfolded and suspended with their heads
downward in a cool place.

MIXED, ALL COLORS. Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 50c; 1 oz.,
$1.40; 4 ozs., $4.25.

Stocks ()

(19,000 seeds per oz.)

TEN WEEKS LARGE FLOWERING. The favorite sort
for bedding. Grows about 1 ft. high. Mixed, all colors.

Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 60c; 1 oz., $1.85; 4 ozs., $4.00.
MAMMOTH DOUBLE BEAUTY OF NICE. Just as

early as the Dwarf Ten Weeks variety, forming plants
pyramidal in shape. Height 18 inches.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 50c; 1 oz., $1.75.

GIANT IMPERIAL CRIMSON. Pkt., 15c.
GIANT IMPERIAL PURPLE. Pkt., 15c.
GIANT IMPERIAL ROSE-PINK. Pkt., 15c.
GIANT IMPERIAL GOLDEN BALL. Pkt., 15c.
SCHIZANTHUS, Dr. Badger. Pkt., 25c.
SENSITIVE PLANT. Pkt., 15c.

Sweet William

Rust-Proof Snapdragon
(ANTIRRHINUM)
(220,000 seeds per oz.)

For gorgeous coloring few flowers can match Snapdragons.
The flowers are of very large size, very fragrant, and are
produced on immense long spikes, which render them well
adapted for cut flowers. These strains are the finest obtain-
able.

SUPER MAJESTIC, Half dwarf mixed. An exceptionally
good variety for plant sales and bedding work to which
we have added ‘“‘Royal Crimson” for the darker shades,
16-20 inches.

Yq oz., 85c; 1 oz., $2.50; 4 ozs., $7.50.

VELVET GIANTS. Deep velvet-red. Not a tetra, but
looks like one. Tremendous size and vigor.

V4" 0Z.,) Del Sean vox-2 $5.00,

LARGE FLOWERING. Tall. 24% ft. Majus Grandiflorum,
University of California De Luxe Mixture. “Cherry Rose”
is a most brilliant shade of deep cherry-rose and “Padre”
a glistening crimson have been added to the mixture for
darker shades.

Yq oz., 85c; 1 oz., $2.50; 4 ozs., $7.50.

PADRE. A glistening crimson, rich and beautiful, large
flowering, tall. 214 ft.

V4" 0217091229; ol Oz $3.15:

COLOSSAL STRAIN. (Colossal Snapdragons.) Finest
mixed. The tremendous vigor that produces strong 3-ft.
stems filled with very large florets even under adverse con-
ditions “Velvet Giant,’’ a deep velvet-red and “Crimson,”
a fiery crimson have been added to the mixture for darker
shades. All colors blended.

V4 ox., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.00; 4 ozs., $14.00.
CRIMSON. Maximum size 3 ft. Color fiery crimson.
V4 02.,/91.15; 10x. $5.00.

TETRAPLOID. SUPERFINE MIXTURE. (Tetra Snap.)
The most satisfactory outdoor Snapdragon offered today.
Plants tall, husky and erect, with huge ruffled florets and
long spikes. The outstanding variety for plant growers.
Pkt., 10c; Ye oz., 65¢; V4 oz., $1.20; 1 oz., $3.50.
GIANT BEDDING WHITE. R. R. Pkt., 25c.
GIANT BEDDING PINK. R. R. Pkt., 25c.

GIANT BEDDING YELLOW. R. R. Pkt., 25c.
GIANT BEDDING MIXED. 8. R. Pkt., 15c.

Sunflower (HELIANTHUs) (A)

(700 seeds per oz.)

Of easiest culture. Suitable for backgrounds, screens, and
to plant among shrubbery. It blooms from June till frost.
3 to 6 feet.

DOUBLE CHRYSANTHEMUM-FLOWERED, Large,

golden yellow flowers, resembling a Chrysanthemum.

’ Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c.

RED and GOLD. Pkt., 20c.

SNOW-ON-THE-MOUNTAIN. Pkt., 15c.
STATICE. Mixed.
Pkt., 15c.

Sweet William «©
(31,000 seeds per 02.)

This sturdy, reliable, old-fashioned favorite is still a source
of delight in the garden of today. Seed may be sown at any
time from spring to midsummer. The charm of the great
trusses of lovely color seems to be lost when it is planted as
a mixture in masses. It is best if you give slight protection
during the winter. It likes warm, rich soil. 2 feet.

SINGLE, FINEST MIXED. A very choice assortment of
all the best single flowering varieties.

Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 25c; 1 oz., 75c.

DOUBLE MIXED, This mixture you will find of superior
quality, containing all colors and shades.

Pkt., 10c; % oz., 35¢; 1 oz., $1.00.
DWARF MIDGET MIXED. Single carly flowering.

6 inches. A dwarf variety ideally adapted for early flowering,
and for the perennial border as well as pot plants.

Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., $1.50: 1 oz., $5.50.

SWEET WIVELSFIELD.
Pkt., 15c.

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B eautifjul
Sweet Peas

(340 seeds per oz.)

To grow Sweet Peas successfully it is nec-
essary to plant EARLY and give plenty of
moisture. They should go in the ground as
soon as the ground can be worked and
should be planted six inches deep, being
covered at first with only two inches of soil,
the trench being filled as the plants grow.
It is best to soak the seed for several hours
before they are planted. If this plan of
planting early is followed, and if the Sweet
Peas are kept mulched with peat moss, lawn
clippings or else watered abundantly, they
will certainly give a fine crop of lovely flow-
ers held in admiration by every flower lover.
The mixture we give you below will give
you color in profusion and is well worth
your consideration.

Cuthbertson Mixed

Spring Flowering
A great many people prefer to grow Sweet Peas in the mixed colors.
Our superb Cuthbertson Mixture is made up of all the best varieties
obtainable. The greatest care is taken to insure a well balanced range
of colors and worthy of a place in any garden.

Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 4 Ib., 85c; 1 Ib., $2.50.

The Cuthbertson, which we are offering instead of the Spencers, is a
new type of Sweet Pea characterized by its excellent heat resistance.
Comes into bloom midway between the early and late Spencers, and
continues much longer, even in hot weather, when most Spencer
varieties fade. The flowers are plainer than the Spencer type, but large
with good stems. Results to date indicate that it is preferable in most

localities.
Cuthbertson

In Separate Colors
We give you below the best of the Cuthbertson varieties in a range
of individual colors for those who want to work out a color scheme.
Each one is a rare beauty and worthy of a place in your garden.

DANNY, Blue. JANET, White.
DAVID. Rose-crimson. TOMMY. Marine-blue.
EVELYN. Cream-pink. KENNETH, Crimson.

RUTH. Deep rose-pink.

Any of the above: Pkt., 15c.
FLORIBUNDA SWEET PEA is a newcomer for 1954, has not only
superior qualities of its illustrious forebear, the Cuthbertson Sweet Pea,
but has heat resistance, long stems, tall, vigorous vines, and with
proper culture will produce five or more large fragrant flowers per
stem. ‘This new strain will be available in five colors.

WHITE LIGHT LAVENDER
MID-BLUE MAUVE
SALMON-PINK
In pkts. only at 25c each.
PERENNIAL SWEET PEAS. (Lathyrus latifolius.) (Hardy Sweet

Pea). Very decorative, climbing vine of the Pea family for growing
on fences, trellis, etc., and for cutting. Blooms all summer if the seed
pods are removed. Mixed.

Pkt., 10¢; oz., $1.75.
Tithonia

(Torch Flower)

A quick growing summer annual that thrives on hot weather, as
easy to grow as Zinnia. Brilliant orange-scarlet flowers resembling a
Dahlia borne on long, stout stems on a compact plant waist high.
A cut flower for garden use, blooms cut in the bud will open and
last several days. Subject to no pests or disease.

Pkt., 25¢; 4 oz., 75¢; oz., $2.50.

Dat GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Verbena

(12,500 seeds per oz.)

One of our trustworthy garden companions. Of trailing habit. The
foliage makes a perfect carpet and a fine background for the broad,
flat flower heads of many brilliant colors. Sow in boxes in the house
and transplant when seedlings are an inch high, and set outside after
danger of frost is past in a warm, sunny spot.

MAMMOTH MIXED. Producing in handsome umbels, flowers of
large size in beautiful shades of white, rose, scarlet, blue and purple.
Pkt., 10¢; 4 oz.. 50c; 1 oz., $1.50; 4 ozs., $4.50.
SPECTRUM RED.

Pkt., 15c.

P “ : BUSH TYPE, Mixed. Plants of uniform bushy habit, about 8 to 10
% | inches high, dense flower heads closely massed across the flat-topped
plants. Most suitable for borders. This mixture will include “Fire-
light,” Roselight, Salmon Queen, Snow White, Starlight, as well as
others selected from introducer’s breeding grounds.

Pkt., 10c; Yg oz., 40¢; V4 oz., 75¢: 1 oz., $2.25.

VIOLA, Blue Perfection. VIRGINIAN STOCK. Mixed.
Pkt., 50c. Pkt., 10c.

NAOT verscya cert, WILD GARDEN MIXTURE
Pkt., 50c. is a revelation. You will get
VIOLA, Mixed. flowers you have never seen be-
Pkt., 15c. fore. It is beautiful for that
VINCA. Mixed. odd spot or in borders.

Pkt., 15c. Pkts7 sl 5c,

i 6
Zinnias »
(2,500-4,000 seeds per oz.)

— = Splendid hardy annuals making a brilliant profusion of color and
Verbena succeeding well in any soil. They will retain their beauty for several
weeks and bloom until frost.

GIANT DAHLIA-FLOWERED. Height 212-3 ft. In for- PEPPERMINT STICK. (Striata.) Medium sized. Pumila
mation the broad petals are imbricated, sometimes seeming ‘ype flowers borne on robust plants. Flower petals are striped
almost to be piled one upon the other. The flowers often in various color combinations such as red and white, red
measure 4 inches in depth and 6 to 8 inches in diameter. nd yellow, purple and white, carmine and white, orange
In general appearance the flowers compare with the show nd _ yellow. Approximately 70% striped flowers. Finest

Dahlias. mixed.
Oz., $1.00; 4 ozs., $3.50; 1 tb., $10.00. Pkt., 25¢; Y4 oz., 60c; 1 oz., $1.75.
DAHIA-FLOWERED CRIMSON. Pkt., 15c. NN Red Riding Hood. Miniature deep scar-
et flowers. ant 172 to 2 ft.
Roepe tet ORANGE AND GOLD. Pkt., 10c; V4 oz., 30c; 1 oz., $1.00.
3 z | PERSIAN CARPET. A.A.S. ’52. Fully double, ball-shaped
DAHLIA-FLOWERED SCARLET. Pkt., 15c. flowers _ miniature type in a aparkine iagorte varieoeeee

CALIFORNIA GIANTS or COLOSSAL. The flowers are color combinations. Flowers with cutting stems borne on
gigantic in size, 3-4 ft., thickly set with velvety petals. Make low, mound-shaped border and edging plants.

fine cut flowers especially for florists, as they can be forced Pkt, 25¢: V4 oz 85¢: lo
nicely in the greenhouse. Flowers are flat with long stems. ef i 4 oz., 85c; 1 oz., $2.50.
Mixed colors.

Oz., $1.00; .Y4 Ib., $3.50; 1 Ib., $10.00.

GIANT DOUBLE LAVENDER. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE PURPLE. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE CRIMSON. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE ROSE. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE YELLOW. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE ORANGE. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE PINK. Pkt., 15c.

GIANT DOUBLE WHITE. Pkt., 15c.

LILLIPUT DOUBLE, MIXED, or “POMPON.” Height
1¥2 ft. The plants form handsome little bushes and fairly
bristle with tiny, short-stemmed, very double flowers hardly
exceeding a daisy flower in size. They are pretty plants.
Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00; 4 Ib., $3.50; 1 Ib., $10.00.
FANTASY. ‘This new Fantasy mixture with rounded flow-
ers is composed of a mass of shaggy, raylike petals which
give a delicate and refined appearance to the medium sized
double flowers. The color range includes the brightest
shades of red and orange, as well as the popular pastel pinks
and cream,

Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00; 4 Ib., $3.50; 1 Ib., $10.00.
BLAZE. Pkt., 25c.

DOUBLE FANTASY MEXICANA HYBRID. Pkt., 15c.
INDIAN SUMMER GIANT MIXTURE. Pkt., 15c.
ALL GIANT PASTEL MIXTURE. Pkt., 15c.
CREEPING ZINNIA. Pkt., 15c.

CUPID TINY TIM. Pkt., 15e. Lilliput Zinnias

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

‘End.oPest

ARC

ANT-ROACH-
CHIGGER KILLER

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ViGORO

Six Ways to Increase
YOUR PROFITS

VIGORO

Complete plant food gardeners are using
so much of today. Carefully balanced VIG-
ORO provides all the vital food elements
grass, flowers, trees, shrubs, and vegetables
need from soil to develop best. It can even
make plants grow and thrive in plain sand.
Small wonder many gardeners look for a
VIGORO display before they buy.

INSTANT VIGORO

A fast selling, complete plant food in
water soluble form. It has caught on with
gardeners everywhere when a fast acting
plant food is needed for transplanting or
leaf and supplement feeding. Instant Vigoro
is tops when a liquid plant food is needed.

END-O-PEST ARC

Packs a killing wallop for ants, roaches,
chiggers, lawn moths, cutworms, grubs and
mosquitoes. Simply mix with water and spray
on. Protection lasts 90 days. Your customers
will be back for more once they see the
quick killing power of End-o-Pest ARC for
themselves.

END-O-PEST

Your customers can control chewing in-
sects, sucking insects, and fungus diseases
with the easy to use End-o-Pest dust gun.
No mixing or muss. Your customer merely
breaks the seal and starts dusting. He’ll be
back for more and you'll get the repeat sales
so necessary for a good profit showing.

END-O-WEED

Helps your customers make short work of
dandelions and over 100 different kinds of
lawn weeds without harm to ordinary grass.
Their satisfaction will make your cash reg-
ister sing a happy profit tune.

END-O-WEED
CRAB GRASS KILLER

Destroys crab grass and chickweed com-
pletely without permanently harming ordin-
ary grass. Once they’ve tried it, your cus-
tomers will reach for a can of End-o-Weed
Crab Grass Killer every time crab grass or
chickweed threatens their lawns. Keep it in
stock—it’ll help you increase your profits.

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CRAB GRASS
KILLER

SPECIAL

Width, 36 in. Ca-
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STANDARD

inches. Ca- Rubber-tired.
pacity 65 lbs.

MODEL BR

Width, 16
inches. Ca-
pacity 15 lbs.

JUNIOR

Width, 24 Deluxe model.

Width 16 in.
Capacity 35 lbs.

USE A VIGORO SPREADER!

Once you use a ~Vigoro
Spreader you'll say it’s just as
important as your lawn mower.

. Applies Vigoro at proper
rate of application *quickly and
easily. Sows grass seed to per-
fection at a big saving in seed.
All models sturdily constructed
of metal to last many years.

ASK FOR PRICES

Do a better job of applying
Vigoro, lawn seed, ete. Saves
time, money and labor.

56

BOW-RAKE

14 tooth, 14 inches wide,
depth of head 33% inches, handle 5 feet.
Mailing weight 5 lbs, $2.29 each.

No. 253
Floral Rake
74% inches wide, depth of
inches, handle 334 feet.
$1.59 each.

10 teeth,
head 29 /16
Mailing weight 3 Ibs.

No. 90614 Garden and Field Hoe

Sharpened blade, half polished, of
high carbon steel, width 61% inches, 4-
ft. handle. Mailing weight 4 Ibs. $1.65
each.

No. 121-5

Has a single bow for
close-in work. Ideal for
shrubbery and under plant
leaves. Light in weight. 5
inches wide, 4-ft. handle.
Mailing weight 4 Ibs. $1.98
each.

“HANG-IT”
How often
A haven’t you want-
* ed to hang your
1

e

tools up out of the
ot way?
. No springs to
‘ force, wear or pry
open,
A Quickly insert
s or remove handle,

. with one hand.

8 Holds mops,
brooms, garden
tools, shovels
either handles of
wood or metal.

No home
should be with-
out several of
these handy
“HANG-ITS”,
1l5c, postpaid.
Box of 4 50c.

No. 403 Lawn Sweep
Made of special temp-

ered spring steel with
flat, flexible teeth. 22
teeth, 18 inches wide,

handle 3% feet. Mailing
weight 4 Ibs. $1.69 each.

No. 404 Wire Broom
Made exactly as the No. 403 except it
has round wire teeth. 20 teeth, 20 in.

wide, handle 4 feet. Mailing weight 4
Ibs. $2.09 each.

No. 740 Trowel

High carbon steel blade.
inches, width 314 inches, over-all length
11% in. Mailing weight 10 ozs. 85¢e each.

Depth 514

No. 741 Transplanting Trowel
High carbon steel blade. Depth 5%

in., width 2 in. Over-all length 12 in.
85c each,

Mailing weight 10 ozs.

No. 1508
3-Tine
Cultivator
Designed for loosening and air con-
ditioning the soil, 314 inches wide, 4-ft.
handle. Mailing weight 5 Ibs. $1.89 each,

No. 4107 Scuffle Hoe

A push type
hoe for drive-
ways as well as
gardens. 7 in.
wide. Depth 15
in. Handle 4%
ft. Mailing wt.
4 Ibs. $2.09 each.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

GARDEX Hand Tools

No. 1635
Diamond Point
Hand Cultivator

7 tools in one.
It’s interchange-
able for wide or
narrow rows or to
straddle row.
Adjustable 1-3/16-
inch to 8-inch

Mailing
weight 6 Ibs. $3.25

| :
NSS

7 tools in one cultivator, Can be
changed in a jiffy. Ideal for hotbeds
or greenhouses. Adjustable %-inch to 7-
inch width. 414-ft. handle. Mailing
weight 5 Ibs. $2.45 each.

cM

No. 1605
Hand
Cultivator

No. 1553
Improved
3-Prong
Cultivator
Diamond point
shares 6 inches wide,
handle 414 ft. Mailinz
weight 5 lbs. $2.35
each.

—~ No. 732 Midget Culti-Hoe
Has 3 prongs and a square,
sharpened blade 234 inches in
width. Over-all length 12 inches.
Mailing weight 10 ozs. 75¢ each.

No. 721
Midget Culti-Spade
Has 2 prongs and a point-
ed, sharpened blade 238 in.
in width. Over-all length 12 in, Mailing
weight 10 ozs. 65c each.

No. 713 Midget Cultivator
For use in small and narrow
rows. 3 inches wide. Over-al]l length 11
inches. Mailing weight 10 ozs. 55c each.

No. 714 Midget Culti-Weeder
Same as No. 713 with weeding blade
added. Mailing weight 10 ozs. 65¢ each.

No.

703 Midget Fork
Handy for many purposes. 3 in wide;
over-all length 11 in. Mailing weight 6

ozs. 55c¢ each,

a a ae ee A Re Sd

All tools eubject to 3% Michigan State Sales Tax and f.0.b, Grand Rapids,
figure the postage rates listed on page 3, but any money that is sent

when the order is shipped.

which means that postage will be extra. You can
us that is not needed, will be promptly refunded

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 57

The purpose of Rotary Tillage is to
mulch vegetation throughout the till-
ed depth. To make available more
minerals and moisture for plant crop
roots. To save time, labor and fuel—
increasing crop yield and farm profits.
One of the most important reasons
for Rotary Tillage is to put back into
the soil those minerals that have been
removed over a period of years. Here
is a tool that will help the grower re-
turn his land to the status in which
our forefathers found the soil when
they migrated to this country.

PATENT
PENDING

GUARANTEED
TO INCREASE
CROP YIELD

Note the sturdy construc-
tion of the tillage unit—
the heavy tines are de-

-signed to allow average

field stones to pass
through—unit lifts over
larger stones.

PLANET JR. TOOLS

No. 219 Cultivator with Fertilizer

We handle the Entire Planet Jr.
Line of Tools and Tractors, as Well
as Repair Parts. Write for
Catalog and Price List.

Noes seDouble
Wheel Hoe

To those who like a
double wheel cultiva-
tor we recommend
this machine. The two
wheels make the go-
ing more steady.

No. 300 Planet Jr. Seeder

The ideal machine for the fo
market gardener. Drops ev-
enly and accurately any
vegetable seed from the
smallest up to Bush Lima
Beans. New style waved feed
wheel does
not crush or
break Beans
or Peas.
Hopper can
be removed
in a few sec-
onds to emp-
ty leftover
seeds.

This

light, inexpensive, prac-
tical tool for side-dress-
ing growing crops. Small
enough to go between 12-
inch rows. It will handle
nitrate and commercial
fertilizers.

No. 18 Single
Wheel Hoe

YQ
For cultivating %
small crops the No.
18 is just the
thing; simple but
very effective.
Thousands of gar-
deners are using
them profitably.

Attachment

handy machine Vili
answers the call for a gg

58 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

SPRAYERS

No. 291G Hudson oy

“Booster.” 314 gal.

cap. tank. Prime No. 341 Hudson “Cli-

galv. steel. Built-in max.” Tank 2% gal. No 120A Victor Root-
funnel top. cap., galv. Lowell sprayer. 214 gal.

capacity. Galv. tank
744x14 in. size. Sure-seal
eam lock. Convenient fill-

No. 276 Pennant Root-
Lowell Sprayer. 4 gal.
capacity galv. tank,
744x22 in. New “sgeal-
tight’”’ finger tip locking
cover. New “Any-Spray”
nozzle. A sprayer that is
completely safe and fool-
proof. Can be used for
any spraying job.

ing top. Particularly de-
Flame signed for home and gar-
Sprayer den spraying.
No. 210
Dobbins
Flame Spray-

er. It burns,
heats, disinfects, steril-
izes, thaws, dries. Flame
temperature 2000 degrees.
4-gal. capacity heavy
galv. steel tank, 7 ft. of %
in. high pressure hose.
Heavy steel welded torch
of improved design. Pos-
itive needle valve control.

No. 403 Hudson “Misty.” No drip tin
sprayer. Quart capacity with big Nu-Ac-
tion pump.

No. 766A Hudson Admiral Duster. Used effectively in gar-
dens, yards, homes, farms, small fields for applying any kind
of powdered insecticides, or weed killers. Pump is 21%)x9¥% in. ;
powder reservoir 234x6 in. Capacity 1 quart, with 21 in.
seamless tube and swivel nozzle to direct in any direction.

No. 208 “Super Cloud’? Nebulizer.
¥Y% pint ribbed emerald-green jar.

SMITH NEW STREAMLINE BLIZZARD
CONTINUOUS SPRAYER

No. 14P Continuous Sprayer

Streamlined, solid copper tank; seamless brass
pump 14 in. by 1% in. Complete sprayer, highly
Poeted and lacquered. Very attractive. Quart size

No. 440 Hudson “Handy.” Full quart
capacity. Heavy tin plate; locked seamed
and sealed.

No. 132 Dobbins Hand Dust Gun. Ideal for all garden dust-
ing.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 59

“Green Spot” Garden Hose Equipment

4-351 Quick Hose
Connector

This is the accessory you have been
waiting for. It reduces to a fraction
the time and bother of attaching hose-
to-faucet, hose-to-hose, or hose to ac-
eessory. The flexible hydraulic seal
and locking device have been improved to eliminate any pos-
sibility of leaking or pulling apart. The coupling is free-
swiveling to prevent any twisting strain on the hose. Made
of solid brass, ‘just snap it on” that’s all. Mailing weight
each 6 ozs. Price $1.25.

H-351-1. Separate female threaded end for each accessory.

Mailing weight 2 ozs. Price 85c.

H-351-2. Separate male threaded end for each accessory.

Mailing weight 8 ozs. Price 45c.

H-346 Four-Arm
Sprinkler

Each arm is made with a different noz-
zle and pre-set at a different angle. The
spray from each arm is thereby directed
over various circular rings at different dis-
tances from the sprinkler. This means an
equal distribution of water throughout the
entire area covered. The low streamlined
base is heavy enough to prevent wobbling
while the sprinkler is in operation or tip-
ping over when moved. Mailing weight 314
Tbs. Price $4.50.

H-255 Multiple
Lawn Sprinkler

This is the sprinkler for long,
narrow areas, irregularly shaped
areas, steep banks and particu-
larly hard, clay soils that do not
readily absorb water. Can be
used singly to water small areas
up to 15 feet in diameter, or in
multiples as needed. Each sprink-
ler is equipped with a removable
end cap. Mailing weight each 9 ozs. Price each $1.10.

H-265 Fan Spray

This accessory was designed especially for
watering plant roots without wetting the foli-
age or washing out top soil from roots. Pro-
tects many flowers from damaging fungus dis-
eases that develop when the leaves are wet.
Made of wrought brass in a bright dipped finish.
Mailing weight 4 ozs. Price 75c.

H-262 Heavy Duty Fan Spray

Heavy forged brass body and precision pierced front plate.

Price each $1.50.

H-366 Weather-Matic Sprinkler

Two-arm, fully adjustable. Just
set the nozzles for any desired dis-
tance, from 10 to 50 feet. Smooth,
quiet action is assured, thanks to
the full ball bearing mounted head.
It is non-rusting, and precision
made with head, arms and nozzles
of solid chrome plated brass. The
green enameled base is of heavy cast
iron, and will not wobble or tip
ns being dragged. Price, each
8.95.

is

All the items on this page are not postpaid. Post-
age will be extra, and we will ask that you consult the
postal rates on page 3, but in any case any money
that is sent us that is not needed will be promptly
refunded when the order is filled. Be sure to include
the 3% Michigan State Sales Tax.

H-333 ‘‘Y’’ Hose Connector

Many have only one faucet on the
outside of their homes, They, particu-
larly, will appreciate this “‘Y’ connec-
tor. With it, one silleock can do the
work of two, allowing the attachment of
two lengths of hose and the use of two
accessories at the same time, Made of
ba au Mailing weight 9 ozs. Price

H-344 Goose Neck

A little known item but this
extension allows connection of
hose to faucet without skinned
knuckles. Stops hose kinking and
bending at the faucet. Made of
cast brass. Mailing weight 9 ozs.
Price $1.10.

H-375 Standard Hose Nozzle

Produces a solid stream, various
types of spray, and has a positive
shut-off. Machined from solid brass
with an attractive machine finish.
Mailing weight 9 ozs. Price $1.15.

H-360 Heavy Duty Hose Nozzle

It was designed to give a lifetime
of trouble free service. This is the
best in hoze nozzles. Machined from
solid brass with a self centering
floating stem and a non-rising con-
trol sleeve. Outer body heavily
knurled for easy finger tip operation, Mailing weight 10
ozs. Price $1.50.

H-226 Round Flower Sprinkler

This sprinkler with its large di-
ameter (4 inches) head delivers a
volume of water in a fine spray for
distances up to 13 feet. There is no
better hand sprinkler for porous,
sandy soil that needs frequent, heavy
watering. It makes an excellent out- S SEE
deor shower for the children. Made SSS
of wrought brass, satin finished and lacquered. Mailing weight
6 ozs. Price $1.00.

H-3375 Chrome
Hose Nozzle

“New.”’ This nozzle is accurately
machined from solid brass and heavi-
ly chrome plated. Will withstand
years of hard usage. Price $1.30.

H-357 Rubber Washers

Fits all standard size equipment. Supplied mounted 10 to a
clip. Price 5c per clip.

H-263 Crescent
Sprinkler

Can be moved without shutting off
the water. Covers areas up to 10
feet wide and 20 feet long. Made of
wrought brass with bright finish.
Price $1.60.

H-264
Ring Sprinkler

Sprays up to 20 feet. Made of
wrought brass for long life. Price
$2.00,

00 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

H-334 Two Arm
Adjustable Sprinkler

The most versatile of all sprink-
lers; the two arm adjustable gives
correct water coverage to large
lawns as well as narrow plots with
a spray ranging from a fine mist to
coarse heavy rain. The nozzles
themselves, which lock securely at
any angle, are machined from solid
brass to provide the same complete
range of sprays as obtained from
es nose garden hose nozzle. Price

No. 119
8-inch Original “Snap Cut” finished
Price: $2.50 each. Postage extra.

in chrome.

“MIRACLE”. Revolutionary new basic design makes
it the easiest working shear ever. Blades cannot
stick shut or spread out of alignment; cuts thinnest
or toughest grass or weeds. Blades oil hardened and
hollow ground. Red enameled handles. Price: $2.25
each. Postage extra.

Hole-in-One-
Planting Tool

Brings to you an improvement
far in advance of former planting
methods. The tapered cup removes
the soil and makes a perfect plant-
ing hole in one operation. It’s used
in small city gardens, large estates
or commercial nursery. Ideal for
bulb planting. Merely push the tool
into the soil with a slight twist.
Continue this motion as you re-
move the tool and the soil comes
with it. Mailing weight 1 lb. Price
95c. Postage extra.

RAIN KING
SPRINKLERS

Rain King
Sprinkler Model K-20
Traveling sprinkler. Waters
any course, straight curved or
around corners up to 100
feet. Will sprinkle strip 5 to
50 feet wide as it travels.
Automatically winds up stain-
less steel tape to pull itself
across lawn. Shuts off auto-
matically. Ideal for average
lawn, long narrow parkways
or large areas. Price: $39.50.

Postage extra.

Rain King
Sprinkler Model ‘‘K’’

Automatic, new _ sensational
sprinkler that you can set instant-
ly to sprinkle any size circle 5 to
50 feet, by simply turning the but-
ton on top of the sprinkler. Mail-
ing weight 5 Ibs. Price: $9.25.
Postage extra.

CYCLONE SEED SOWER

Broadcasts Evenly—Saves Seed—Saves Labor
Uneven seedng is wasteful. The Cyclone will sow many
acres per hour, any amount per acre. Does the work quickly
and saves labor.

Many hundred thousand farmers in America, Canada,
Europe and other countries have relied on it for sowing
Clover, Timothy, Alfalfa, Lespedeza, Sudan Grass, Oats,
Wheat. or any other seed that is sown broadcast.

Construction—Its well known double
feed insures a uniform flow of seed.
d Sloped feed-board keeps hopper prop-
CVC Bue erly filled. Feed adjustment is auto-

os matic and starts or stops flow of seed
OWER instantly, Distributing wheel scatters
= seed evenly—throws equal amounts to

: Z a m equal distances on each side of oper-
ae Price: $4.30 each. Postage ex-
ra.

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SEYMOUR SEEDKASTER

The Seymour Seedkaster is built of Zincegrip Steel in all of its main parts
with the exception of the canvas seed bag. Zincgrip Steel is produced by a
new process which makes the steel rustproof. The body is one piece of
deep drawn steel without a seam or weld. The streamlined steel construc-
tion gives strength with lightness. There is no wood to split or warp. The
smooth surface of the sloping metal bottom allows the fertilizer or seed
to funnel freely toward the outlet. The gears are sealed within a dustproof
chamber, permanently lubricated, so that they will operate indefinitely
without oiling or cleaning. The shutter adjustment is easily and accurately
set, because the parts are simple, strong and precisely made.

The strong steel construction makes the Seedkaster capable of distribut-
ing fertilizer as well as all the seeds that are commonly broadcast. Capa-

city 18 quarts.
Price: $5.95 each. Postage extra.

All prices subject to change without notice, due to market conditions, and f. o. b. Grand Rapids, Michigan.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 6]

COMPLETE
STIM-U-PLANT Potting Soil. A STIM-U-PLANT SELKAPS.
rich fresh loam scientifically No messy spray to damage
prepared with the right a- plants. Controls insects on
mount of organic matter to African Violets, Geraniums,
make a ready-to-use RICH Ferns, Ivy, Philodendrons,
SOIL, makes all plants grow Mums or Cyclamen. 24 5-
and blossom. 14%-lb. pkg. 25c; gr. capsules with full direc-
4-lb. pkg. 5c. tions in box $1.00. Pkg. 5
: : 5-gr. capsules 25c.
§ 7M" Blane need STIM-U-PLANT African Violet
ST Soil. Potting soil. A special IVY PHILODENDRON PLANT
soil prepared for this partic- FOOD. 24 capsules 25c.
ular plant. 114-lb. pkg. 25c; ant ee ‘
4-Ib. pkg. 51c. STIM-U-PLANT com- unas, OF ;

plete African Violet
STIM-U-PLANT Plant Tablets. Kit. Contains every-

The original plant tablets to ee hated tak
pep up your plants. 30 tablets Violets packed in
30c. an attractive kit.
Contains 4 Ibs.
STIM-U-PLANT African Violet African Violet
Food. Promotes growth and ao mtd) Plaut
blooming. Used and tested by es lets _Sel-
aps, rooting
commercial growers for seven Tae Gla GA.
years. 34 oz. 15c; 3 ozs. 35c; Complete kit,
7 ozs. 60c. $2.49.

STIM-U-PLANT Peat Humus. A high-
ly organic material which is in de-
mand for conditioning soil and mak-
ing special soil mixtures. 1-lb. pkg.
25c; 3-lb. pkg. 5lc.

STIM-U-PLANT ROSE FOOD. This
special Rose Food is formulated for
use only on Roses. It is made to feed the Rose
bush over a long period of time and produces
lovely blooms with beautiful color. 5-lb. bag
80c; 10-lb. bag $1.50; 25-Ib. bag $2.75.

Not Postpaid

Nash Choker Loop Mole Trap

The Only Trap That Always Catches The Mole
In All Kinds of Ground
Both the choker wires are made of a single piece

of metal, bent to the desired form, so that they are
held perfectly in place,

reed Pe « not depending on num-
enh

erous joints. The

springs which operate
the trap are of one piece

of best Gamma spring Attractive/ tlt

steel, while the trap as

a whole is strong Stay Clean! el megs

enough so that no clods,
stones, sticks or any- ebieA ay iS
thing of that kind pre- eT Uh? if
vents its perfect opera- =
tion. aoe The tube in-
All-weather “= serted in cap

Kl LLER KANE tempered Flint a is used for re-

cording place

Kills Weeds With a Squirt ee eke of purchase

No Stooping > Plastic screw cap. color, oe

No Digging Rust-proof 24 inch 3 of planting,

ee Bulls eye control of weed spray, enameled stake. blooming, etc

SAVES CLOVER, kills weeds as fast as

“Also furnish h 2 stake
you walk. Just place point on weed— Bg Cee Wit nco es ote yee anes

are 32 paper labels. The vial is 134” long by

press lightly-—release and VY inch diameter. Price $2.50. Postage extra.
measured dose of (2-4-D or Electric Tying Machine
other weed killer) drench- The Felins Electric Tying machine is a great time saver.

. Can be used close Will handle 6- to 16-ply cotton twine as well as No. 13 and
es weed. © i No. 17 braid. Is equipped with a \4 h.p. electric motor, 110
to flowers, shrubs, without volts. Top speed 45 bunches per minute.

danger. One fill treats 1000 FELINS FOOT POWER MACHINE

weeds. Made of durable Like the electric tyer this machine is well constructed, dual
; roller bearings being used where needed. Ties 6- to 16-ply

plastic and brass. Lasts cotton twine and No. 13 braid. Illustrated circular and prices

for years. on request.

ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE ARE POSTAGE EXTRA

62 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Niagara

Fungicides

KOLOFOG AND KOLOSPRAY. Fused bentonite sul-
phur product. Excellent sulphur fungicides for fruit
diseases. Non-caustic, adhesive.

PURATIZED AGRICULTURAL SPRAY. Organic mer-
cury spray for Apple scab.

KOLOFOG 100. A sulphur-naphtha quinone combina-
tion for Apple scab and brown rot on Peaches.
CARBAMATE. A formulation of ferbam for many

fruit diseases.

C-O-C-S. Copper oxychloride sulphate (55% copper )
for late and early blight and certain other diseases
of Potatoes, Tomatoes and other vegetables. Avail-
able as a spray and in various dust combinations.

SOLUBLE SULPHUR, Dormant spray for Peaches.
Z-C. (Dust or spray). Formulations containing ziram

for the control of certain fungus diseases of To-
matoes and other vegetables.

KOLODUST. Fused bentonite sulphur dust for Apple
scab, brown rot on stone fruits and various other
fruit diseases.

Weed Killers and Plant Hormones

AMSOL. Contains 66.8% amine salt of 2,4-D.

ESTASOL. Contains 44% propyl ester of 27A=);

NIAGARA STIK. Spray and dust formulations of
napthaline acetic acid for thinning and preharvest
anti-drop applications on Apples.

NIAGARA STIKOL. A TCPPA formulation for pre-
harvest applications on Apples to promote color
and to prevent early fruit drop.

SPERGON AND SPERGON S-L. Seed treatment fun-
gicides.

COMBINATION DUST AND SPRAY SPECIALTIES.
Insecticide-fungicide combinations made for speci-
fic use on specified crops.

Dust and spray formulations available for Cucum-
bers, Melons, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Onions, Celery, As-
paragus, Strawberries, Blueberries, Mint, Apples,
Peaches, Cherries, Grapes, ete.

Insecticides

LEAD ARSENATE.

DDT. 50% wettable powder; 25 and 33% liquid; 3, 5
and 10% dusts.

CHLORDANE. 40% wettable powder; 60 and 712%
liquid; 5% dusts.

PARATHION. 15%
1% dust.

TEPP. 40% tetra ethyl pyrophosphate spray and
TEPP dusts.

DDD. 50% wettable powder; 25% liquid; 5% dust.

ROTENONE. 5% wettable powder; -75, 1.00 and 2.50%
dusts. :

TOXAPHENE. 58% liquid and 20% dust.

DINITRO DRY. 40% dinitro ortho cresol for dormant
spraying.

LINDANE. 25% wettable powder; 25% liquid; 15%
dust.

NIAGARAMITE. 15% aramite spray and 2% dust for
mites and red spiders.

wettable powder; 25% liquid;

Dusters

A complete line of orchard and row crop dusting
machines with especially adapted units for muck
crops, Blueberries and large capacity fruit dusters.
Write for descriptive literature.

NIAGARA
CYCLO-
JUNIOR
DUSTER

We Have It/

NIAGARA FARM AND GARDEN BRAND

peta Kem

TRADE MARK

The Miracle
SOIL CONDITIONER

re

For Lawns,

ee Gardens
‘sl~=«BIG BAG
i Treats
WE 100 sq. ft.

© MAKES SOIL POROUS
© IMPROVES DRAINAGE
© PREVENTS CRUSTING
@ INCREASES AERATION

TerraKem conditions barren or hard-
to-work soils chemically. Converts
them into the equivalent of good
garden loam. TerraKem improves
the structure of any soil. Makes it
easy to grow good lawns, flourish-
ing plants. Apply anytime. Just
sprinkle or spray. Economical, too.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 63

ae
ROTENONE:
BEARING
UST oR SPRAY
_

KOLO
FRUIT TREE
DUST °" SPRAY

ROTENONE BEARING DUST OR

SPRAY. Contains .75% Rotenone.
For use as a dust or spray in the
control of Mexican Bean beetles.
aphis on Peas, Flea beetles on Pep-
pers and Egg Plants, worms on
Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower and
Brussels Sprouts. Also controls
Asparagus beetles and Tomato fruit
worm. A non-poisonous dust or
spray. 1-lb. cans and 4-lb. bags.

C-O-C-S COPPER ROTENONE BEAR-

ING DUST. A vegetable garden
specialty containing .75% Rotenone
and copper as a fungicide in the
form of copper oxychloride sul-
phate. A non-poisonous insecticide-
fungicide. 1-lb. sifter top cans and
4-lb bags.

KOLO FRUIT TREE DUST OR

SPRAY. Contains DDT, basic lead
arsenate and Kolo sulphur. A com-
bined insecticide-fungicide formu-
lated for insects and disease control
after the dormant stage. Used on
Apples, Peaches, Pears, Plums,
Prunes and certain ornamentals. For
use as a dust or spray. Three pounds
makes 25 gallons of dilute spray. In
1-lb. bags and 3-lb. bags.

C-O-C-S COPODUST. A copper fungi-

cide for use in the control of early
and late blight on Tomatoes, Pota-
toes, Celery and certain other vege-
tables having hardy foliage. 1-lb.
cans and 5-lb. bags.

Niagara

FARM AND GARDIN BRAND

WEED KILLER

AMINE FORM

by
MIA@AGA CHEMICAL DIVISION
O00 ACHIETEY AND CORE AL CORPORATION
mies teoey, mY

SS

Magara

FARM AND GARDEN BRAND

CHLORDANE
DUST OR
SPRAY

conta

FARM AND GARDEN BRAND

DDT 50 SPRAY. 50%

NEW POMO-GREEN. A completely

new insecticide and fungicide com-
bination for Roses and many other
ornamental plants. New Pomo-Green
is leaf-green in color and leaves no
unsightly residue when used as di-
rected. New Pomo-Green may be
applied as a dust or a spray for the
control of black spot, powdery mil-
dew, aphis, Rose chafer, Japanese
beetle, leaf roller, leaf hopper, red
spider and many other chewing and
sucking insects and diseases. 1-lb.
cans and 4-lb. bags.

wettable DDT
powder. For use in the control of
flea beetles, Colorado Potato beetles,
leaf hoppers on Beans, Cabbage,
Grapes and Potatoes. Also controls
eaterpillars on Cabbage, thrip on
Onions and Gladiolus, Corn borer,
codling moth on Apples and Pears.
Use 1 tablespoonful in 1 gallon of
water. Also for use as a dip or
spray on livestock. 1-lb. cans and
4-lb. bag's.

CHLORDANE DUST OR SPRAY. Con-

tains 6% Chlordane, for use in the
control of grasshoppers blister bee-
tles, leaf miners, mole crickets,
Japanese beetles, and certain other
turf insects. Also ants and roaches
in the lawn and home. 1-lb. cans
and 4-lb bags.

C-O-C-S CUKE AND MELON DUST.

A combined insecticide and fungi-
cide containing calcium arsenate and
copper, for the control of Cucum-
ber beetles, wilt, scab, mildew and
leaf spot on Cucumbers, Melons and
other cucurbits. Effective and safe,
this formulation contains no lime.
1-lb. cans and 4-lb. bags.

2,4-D WEED KILLER. Amine form.
Kills dandelions, plantain, poison
ivy, pig weed, rag weed, bindweed
in lawns, parks, golf courses, fence
rows, roadsides, ditches and pas-
tures. This material will not harm
the desirable grasses when used
as directed. 6 level teaspoonfuls
will make 1 gallon of spray which
will cover 200 square feet. %4-pt.
cans, 1-pt. cans, 1-gal. cans.

64 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Insecticides and Seed Disinfectants

QUPOND

REG. U.S. PAT. OFF.

DuPont Seed Disinfectants and Turf Insecticides

New, Improved CERESAN. For Wheat, Oats, Barley,
Rye, Sorghums, Millets and Flax, to control smuts
and some other seed-borne diseases. Usually re-
duces seed decay and seedling damping off of Cot-
ton, Flax, Peas and Sugar Beets, surface seed-borne
anthracnose and angular leaf spot.

ARASAN. For Corn, Sorghums, Peanuts, Soy Beans,
Rice, Onions and other vegetables. Usually reduces
losses from seed decay and damping off. Two-way
action—as a disinfectant, generally destroys many
surface seed-borne organisms; as a protectant,
generally protects seed against soil-borne organ-
isms responsible for seed decay.

SEMESAN. For vegetables, flower seeds and bulbs.
Generally preserves seed against rotting in cold,
wet soils, controls damping off or seedling blight
and certain other seed-borne diseases. Helps pro-
mote increased germination, sturdier growth, larg-
er yields, better grade produce.

SPECIAL SEMESAN. For lawns, golf courses and
other fine turfs. A fungicide used especially to pre-
vent or control large brown patch and dollar spot.
Apply as a liquid.

CYANOGAS

Cyanogas A Dust. Calcium Cyanide for killing all ro-
dents. 1-lb. cans, 5-lb. cans.

Cyanogas G Fumigant. For greenhouse fumigation or
general fumigation of all enclosed spaces. 4-o0z. cans,
5-lb. cans, 25-lb. drums.

DDT. Dusts and liquids.

Dusting Sulphur. Used for crop dusting. Sold in 100-
lb. bags or in bulk.

Ever Green Garden Spray. Retail
prices: 1 0z., 35c; 6 ozs., $1.15; 1 pt.,
$2.45; 1 qt., $4.10; 1 gal., to com-
mercial growers, $12.60.

Perbaai NON-POISONOUS
men sed os divcrioe

Formaldehyde. Liquid mixed to pre-
vent smut in Onions, Potato treat-
ment, etc. Sold in your container or
in 50-gal. drums; also in pt. bottles.

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Krop-Saver No. 10 Pyrocide Dust. Very effective on
Cucumber beetles, Squash bugs, ete.

SEMESAN BEL. For both Irish and Sweet Potatoes.
Treat Irish Potatoes to reduce seed rotting, surface
seed-borne rhizoctonia and scab. Treat Sweet Po-
tatoes to protect against seed decay and as a treat-
ment for seed and sprouts to control stem rot,
scurf, soil stain or rust.

TERSAN. This is an exceptionally effective non-
mercurial for prevention or control of large brown
patch and dollar spot on golf courses, grass tennis
courts, lawns and other fine turfs.

CORROSIVE SUBLIMATE “Merck.” Used for scab on
Potatoes, for the prevention and control of brown
patch on lawns, ridding lawns of earth worms also
for Gladiolus thrip.

Calomel, “Merck.” Used for Onion thrip, Potato scab,
and neck rot on Gladiolus. A seed treatment for Cab-
bage and Cauliflower seed as well as field treatment.

Cuprocide, Yellow (Red Copper Oxide). For seed treat-
ment. Used in greenhouses to prevent damping off
and black leg. 3-lb. bags only.

Red Arrow Spray. A concen-
trated rotenone spray in
1-02z., 4-0z., 1-pt., 1-qt., and
1-gal. bottles.

RoofoNne

Mea. U.S Pat. O08,

Rootone. The plant hormone
powder is a root forming
stimulant when applied to
cuttings, seeds or bulbs. This
powder gets its root forming
activity from the synthetic
plant hormones or growth
substances which it contains,
and is used on grass seeds,
vegetable and’ flower seeds,
bulbs of all kinds. 44 0z., 25c;
2-0z. bottle $1.00; 1 Ib., $5.00.

Rootone No 10. For woody cut-
tings only. 2-oz. size $2.00,
postage extra.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 65

Insecticides and Seed Disinfectants — Cont.

TRansdiAtrows

CHANGES
THIS

Transplantone. For stronger
roots. When plants are
moved or transplanted
many of the feeder roots
are broken. The plant usu-
ally stops growing until
it-repairs or replaces these
feeder roots. Loss of water
causes wilting. Transplan-
tone helps grow new roots
and reduces loss of water
so the plant starts grow-
ing again in a much short-
er time.

Tree-Tox is the new, com-
plete fruit-tree insecti-
cide-fungicide, containing
a scientific blend of two
micro insect toxicants,
DDT and CHLORDANE;
and two micro fungicides,
SULPHUR and FERRIC
DIMETHYL DITHIO CAR-

BAMATE; chemically
treated with adjuvants,
spreaders and _ wettable

agents. The use of this
single product will control
all diseases and insects on
Apple, Pear, Cherry, Plum
and Peach trees. Ideal for
the party with only a few
trees, as this ONE product
will take care of them all.
Prices on request.

Tree Tanglefoot. For safe-
guarding trees and vines
against climbing insect
pests. Will remain sticky
when fully exposed to the
weather. Prices upon ap-
plication.

For the Lovers of African Violets

VIOL-OGEN. “All in one” kit complete for African

bo

. Viol-ogen Plant Food.

Violets. This kit contains:

. Viol-ogen Rooting Medium gives quicker more vig-

orous start to leaf cutting.

. Viol-ogen Potting Mixture. More than a potting

soil. A dependable balanced blend of mildly acid,
long-lasting materials.

Quickly soluble African
Violet plant food and stimulant, rich in vitamins
and hormones. Clean, easy to use, inducing rich
color blooms.

. Viol-ogen Spray. Non-poisonous to humans and

household pets, but will kill hard to destroy insect
pests. All 4 in one kit, $2.95.

WE RECOMMEND TRI-OGEN

The all-purpose spray for
Rose plants. Insecticide,

fungicide and plant stim-

ulant all in one.
: Prices
= SRE Kit sian retire. a $1.50
TRI-OGEN yD GRR 1 Anadsnm rata DoD
lal algal arte catate ies clas 2 SBUsKitsre eee ete 6.00
Cue Kitsee sce eae 9.00

Tri-Ogen Rose Dust is especially recommended as a

control for certain insects, but as a fungicide it
assists in the control of certain mildews and black
spot on Roses. Comes in both the 1-lb. and 5-lb.
packages. Prices will be quoted on request.

Tobacco Dust. Finely ground. Sold in bulk, any quan-

Antrol Ready Filled Sets. These con-

ANT TRAP

tity, or in 100-lb. bags.

Antrol Ant Traps. Metal traps
that contain two types of spe-
cially prepared material that
attract and kill both grease and
sweet eating ants. Each 15c.

venient sets contain four glass
feeders ready filled with Antrol
syrup. Safe around children and
pets. Sets, each 39c.

Antrol Syrup Refills. For refilling “feeders.”
It kills both sweet and grease eating ants,
either inside or outside the house. 4-o0z.
size, 25c.

aAmTROL

anT
sveauPp

Corn Planters.
Corn Planters with Fertilizer Attachment.
Potato Planters.

Potato Planters with Conveying Tube.

Weatherproof Pencils. 10c each.

Garlanite Putty. In 1-gal. cans. Prices on application.

Greenhouse Staples. The original Van Reyper points.

9/16 in. or % in. long in box of 1000.

Zinc Greenhouse Glazing Points.

66 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Fertilizers

MILORGANITE

| IDEAL FERTILIZER

unadulterated organic

a natural
plant food. It contains more of the “basic” fertilizer
elements than good old barnyard manure and is richer

Milorganite is

in the vital “trace elements” also. The effects on
growth are long lasting, high in purity, non-burning,
and it is easy to use. It is clean, dustless and free
flowing. Ideal for lawns, trees, shrubbery and gar-
dens. Prices upon application.

KEM LIQUID PLANT FOOD. 4 ozs., 10c; 12 ozs., 25c;
1 qt., 50c; 1 gal., $1.00.

HYPONEX PLANT FOOD grows superior plants in
soil, sand or water (contains Vitamin B-1.) With
Hyponex and water, plants grow luxuriantly, flow-
er abundantly, and develop sturdy growth regard-
less of the poorness or sterility of the soils In fact,
with Hyponex they will grow and flourish in clean
sand, cinders or barren earth. Hyponex is ideal for
hydroponics—the science of growing plants without
soil. A teaspoonful makes a gallon of liquid plant
food, which is enough for one watering of house
plants in the average home. A 1-lb. can is sufficient
to make 100 gallons. One of the advantages of Hy-
ponex is that it makes a liquid plant food complete
and balanced; yet because it is a powder it can be
stored or transported easily and there is no spoil-
age, for it keeps indefinitely. l-oz. pkt., 10c; 3-oz.
can, 25c; 7-oz. can, 50c; 1-lb. can, $1.00.

LOs be drum bert ey eee eee ee ee $ 8.00
25a led FUN gem es recie. RIN ens Go renee ore one 15.00
LOO0s lb Rd run ys ter eee ee ee eee 40.00

F.0.B. Grand Rapids

Farm Fertilizers

Commercial fertilizers are those which are used for
general farm purposes, and are composed of the three
elements of plant food, namely Nitrogen, available
Phosphoric Acid and Potash K*O and are mixed by
the world’s largest fertilizer manufacturers in the
proper proportions, so as to give your soil the proper
available plant food to produce a maximum crop. We
handle large quanties of the various analyses every
year and will ask that you consult us and get the
right fertilizer for your specific needs. Prices will be
quoted upon application.

Mixed Fertilizers. Standard Lime
analyses.

Nitrate of Soda

Sulphate of Ammonia

Manganese Sulphate
Aluminum Sulphate

Copper Sulphate
Super Phosphate

Muriate of Potash
Steamed Bone Meal
Pulverized Sheep Manure
Shredded Cattle Manure

Ammonium Nitrate
Cyanamid

Zine Sulphate
Magnesium

Iron Sulphate

Weed Killer

Du Pont Ammate Weed Killer

A crystalline material containing ammonium sulfa-
mate as its active ingredient. It has proved to be out-
standingly successful for the control of poison ivy,
poison oak, ragweed, buckhorn, plantain and certain
other weeds.

APPROX. 70,000,000 LBS. OF AIR-NITROGEN Se
¥ ABOVE EVERY ACRE. THIS IS AVAILABLE *
FREE FOR SOIL AND CROP IMPROVEMENT IF YoU

CONVERT LEGUME SEEDS
INTO FERTILIZER PLANTS
oA eninithe oe
AGIN BS

BUILD UP YOUR SOIL Inoculate Your Legumes

With NITRAGIN
Inoculate your Legume seeds even tho planted on
fields that have been inoculated before. Field tests
have shown that better crops are harvested when
Legume seeds are inoculated even when planted on
fields where inoculated seeds of the same Legume
crops had grown the previous year.

NITRAGIN INOCULATION PRICES
When Ordering, ALWAYS State Name of Seed

COMBINATION (AB)

Size

[S40 0/6, 0: 10/0 [Kee e. sie @)\9) 6) (e170, aie a, wieXe) 6 leliel eplellelalioteiniicie

ALFALFA
Sweet, Bur, Hubam Clovers
TDUS Cae) ease caind eon oe nee $ .55

CLOVERS
Red, Alsike, Crimson, White and Ladino
Yg bu. (Ladino) ea.

eels) © \0\0le's,.0..016 0 © 6c 0 en 616 easel oe! @ leleveihiteiatie lat letara

PEAS (All Varieties)
VETCHES (All But Crown)

100 Ib. size (Inoculates up to 100 Ibs.) ea. A oe) ey
BEANS—Navy, Pinto, Wax, String,
Kidney, Gr. Northern

A DUT Oa lace het ee tate Ee ee $ .55

PEANUTS, COW PEAS

LC
Seis Vegie(p (60 elib ie (@ 0 (616) eared s 6 aeee bila keelelenstere

LESPEDEZA—Hulled or Unhulled
100 Ib. size (Inoculates up to 100 Ibs. seed) +o 39D

SOYBEANS (All Varieties, Including
Edible)

2 bu. ea.
5 bu. ea.

or elet eel erieiies4\ 0 eiie)] Loliei's. 0/0116 ee elie) eitsiie ec elelalieltelenanetane

GARDEN SIZE
Garden Peas and Beans, Sweet Peas Lupines
and Edible Soybeans. Mee

Enough for 8 Ibs. seed Retail Price 15c each.

SPECIAL CULTURES—

Give name of seed when ordering. Birdsfoot Tre-
foil, Lima Beans, Big Trefoil, Crown Vetch, Ses-
bania, Sainfoin, Kudzu. Others upon request.

Ye bu. ea.
2 Bue Cad. iach hee ee eee »65

NITRAGIN— Oldest and Most Widely Used Inoculator in America

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Mi

Energizes
Soils

Activates
Compost

HMumus From Compost in 2 to 6 Weeks

Now you can make rich compost fertilizer from
all sorts of waste--leaves, grass clips, weeds, table
scraps, even sawdust and soot! Turns garbage
into ODORLESS humus in 2 to 3 weeks. Use
Activo also to energize, condition and balance soils,
mulches, hotbeds, etc. .. . to stretch and convert
chemical fertilizer .. to reduce odor in outdoor
toilets while converting waste into easily handled,
ashlike humus. Other uses. Complete directions
with each package. Activo itself is alive with
Nature’s own vital organisms, hormones, vita-
mins, minerals; has the pleasant aroma of newly
turned earth.

YOUR OWN ODORLESS
FERTILIZER FACTORY

No. 2 size, (for 400 Ibs. compost or energizing up to 800 Ibs.
SOILS MIUIChes, etc.) LOstpaid. =, .02.08 6... ne eit. en $ 1.00

No. 7 size (for 1300-1700 Ibs. compost or energizing up to
2400 Ibs. material) with free plans for Composter
ee LECCE OSU ALC sn, court ery stn a nro RI. enn ine 2.59

No. 20 size (for 2 tons compost or 5,600 Ibs. energizing) with
free plans for building Composter Cabinet. Postpaid. .... 5.95

No. 50 size (for 6 tons compost or 20,000 Ibs. of energizing
with free Cabinet plans. Freight collect. ............ 11.95

No. 100 size, (for 12 tons compost or 40,000 Ibs. energizing)
and free Cabinet plans. Freight collect. . ............ 19.95

Activo is used to reduce odors in outdoor toilets while convert-
ing waste into odorless fertilizer ash; also used by mushroom
growers and for hotbed making.

Hormone Concentrate For Setting
Blossoms and Rooting Cuttings

Do You Want..
MORE ...EARLIER...

chigan 67

Sudbury Soil Test Kit
It’s first aid to amateurs for finer lawns.
flowers, vegetables—the fancier’s guide to
prize-winning blooms. Shows how to give
your soil the right kinds and amounts of fer-
tilizers for all your flowers, vegetables, etc.
(125 listed). Also whether lime is needed and
how much. Easy to use, intensely interesting,
no knowledge of chemistry needed. Ten-min-
ute test tells more than a lifetime of gardening.

SPECIAL—complete equipment, instructions

and solutions for 20 tests, for nitrogen, phos-_
phorus, potash, acidity.

2 Minute Acidity Kit Model ........ $1.49
Home Garden Model (illustrated) .. 2.98
Popular Gardening Model ......... 5.89
Horticultural Model B ............. 14.95
DeLuxe Professional Model A ..... 29.95

Not Postpaid

MANNA-in-a-Pot

Fast acting plant food and
transplant starter. You can
spray it on for quick, lush
growth; or you can use in the
soil as liquid fertilizer or di-
rect (dry). Guaranteed to stop
root shock of transplanting. All essential
nutrients and minerals in proper balance,
plus hormones, vitamins and activator. AND
PACKED IN A COLORFUL PLASTIC
FLOWER POT which you can use for Afri-
can Violets or any plant. Flower pot is free.
Maker gives your money back if this is not
the best concetrated plant food you ever
used. Size to make 1200 Ibs. (150 gallons)
fertilizer in 5-in. pot, $1.95. Size to make
480 lbs. fertilizer in a 4-in. pot, $1.00, post-
paid.

SWEETER

TOMATOES and BEANS?

Just Spray With Ho

rmex

During Blooming

Use “HORMEX*” for setting blossoms into more fruit Stops blossom drop and makes more blooms set into
or seed; for rooting cuttings and bulbs; for stopping choicer fruit. Complete directions on more than 30

pre-harvest fruit drop; and for aiding plant health and

uses with
blooming. Hormone concentrate good for all plant-

each bottle. The biggest value offered. $1.00

hormone usage. To get more, better and earlier TO- bottle makes up to 24 gals. rooting or spraying solution.

MATOES, BEANS, BERRIES, ALFALFA, etc., just $2.49 size

makes up to 96 gals. $5.95 size makes up to

spray the blossoms or the whole plant with Hormex. 800 gals. All postpaid.

& SON, inc.
Extabbahed 7

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan

BIRD Vita-Bands

VITA-BAND D contains root growth until grower chooses to let root
through Band. Only quick, slight pressure is needed to crack Band. Do not
remove Vita-Band ‘“D’’ when transplanting. Band disintegrates Jin the soil
permitting free growth of roots from time of transplant. Nutrient-treated
with quickly available plant food.

VITA-BAND 10 for short growing periods. Will usually contain root
growth up to approximately 8 to 10 weeks. Nutrient-treated with quickly
available plant food . . . your judgment determines need for additional
feeding. Vita-Band 10 is identical to Vita-Band “D”’ except Vita-Band 10
is removed at time of transplant. Vita-Band ‘“‘D’’ is not.

VITA-BAND 10 is packed 2000 to the case—except size 3” by 3” which
is 1000 to the case and 4” by 3” and 4” by 4” which are packed 500 to
the case. Vita-Band H is packed 1000 to the case—except sizes 214” by 8”
and larger which are packed 500 to the case.

PRICE PER 1000—SIZES IN INCHES

1144x1'% | 134x1% 2x2 2x2 214x21 3x3 4x4 4x4
SE aS By eos ext t0 cal ete |S 3 x3 x3 x4
Vita-Band D $3.85 $4.15 $4.65 | $5.35 $6.05 $7.05 | $9.25 | $11.60
Vita-Band 10 3.70 4.00 4.55 5.05 6.00 6.90 9.00 11.25

Prices higher in Rocky Mtn., Pacific Coast, Texas and Gulf State areas.
BIRD VITA-BAND »® TOM THUMB FLAT ¢ VITA-POTS ¢ RED POTS

BIRD “Tom Thumb” FLATS

Tom Thumb flats are made of heavy waterproof fibre resinous material, and we would advise using with the No. 10 band.

The

most economical way to sell annual plants in dozen lots. Potted plants sell easier ati premium prices.
Sold only in units of 500 sets

Per Thousand

Tomo Thumb’ flats: sizeiNo. «1 (for 1° doz:015,insNo. 10 Vitabands .............<c...cccsds ee eee $44.70
Tom Thumb flats size No. 2 for 1 doz. 2-inch No. 10 Vita-bands quis. sac Po hn Sac ve eee 49.60
Combination 1M flats with 12M No. 10 Vita-bands, size No. 1....... 0000.00 c0cccccccccccccccccceeccececccceecceecce 86.45
Combination 1M flats with 12 M No. 10 Waita-bands,sizeuN0.2irnccueee kaa wielsiSaihs Oecsae ye ee 95.65

This item should be ordered as early as possible to insure prompt delivery from the manufacturer.

For earlier, better crops

FERTO-POTS
produce. earlier
crops
abundant yields,
and are extensive-

ly used by the

most successful |

gardeners.
FERTO-POTS
are constructed of
manure and fer-
tilizer in the cor-
rect proportions
for best plant
growth and for
holding the mois-
ture at roots of
the plants. The
plants are not re-
moved from the
pots when they
are set out. Simp-
ly set pot and all
in the ground and

and more

FERTO-POTS BIRD RED & VITA POTS

RED: For shipping only.
Not recommended for
growing. Lightweight and
sturdily made to protect
rootball from breakage—
inner wax coating pre-
vents drying out. A
“must”? to preserve the
top quality of your plants
in transit. Delivering
quality promotes repeat
business.

VITA-POTS: For grow-
ing and _ shipping—they
are nutrient treated.
Growing results are simi-
lar to Vita-Bands, VITA-
POTS prevent rootball
disturbance. No handling
and storage of heavy pots.
: VITA-POTS can be
packed quickly and easily for shipment.

SSIS
PRICES PER THOUSAND—Sold in Units of 1000 only
—— EE TE INS OL LU ONLY

and bigger profits.

the roots will

ene w e ye ht RED

through the pot 2” 21%,” | 214" 3” 344” 4” 5% se

which slowly “| sae $3 7 : he |

breaks Piva! L $8.60 | $8.70 | $9.15 | $12.20 | $14.70 | $18.15] $22.25

nishing valuable “~ : =

plant food. Roots are not disturbed and plants not checked. 2 | 2144,” | 21%” ae a 4” 5” 6”
Carton of 100 No. 3 (8 inch), $3.25, $14.60 | $14.95 | $15.50 | $17.40 | 22.70 Varese $33.40 | $44.10

Carton of 250 No. 3 (3 inch), $5.75, not prepaid. .

VENEER TRAYS

Size: 11% inches long, 41%4 inches wide, and 214 inches deep. 4 will go in an ordinary flat. C ae i
bundle. Shipping weight about 10 lbs. per bundle. Price, $3.50 per hundred. Not Sapna Sou Recess Hg ei to a

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 69

Wood Veneer Plant Bands
Used by the largest growers of vegetable plants, perennial plants, Car-
nations, Snapdragons and Stocks, for transplanting to the greenhouse or
out-of-doors. Packed 1000 to a carton.

Shipping Weight Per 1000
134x1%x2% LDS Ercan eget aot, myo me oe hee at $5.70
KO MOD SATO SaMnrn ee etter stant ck cs CATO TRS omtok OG ee lao 5.7€
24 BO SOLS eS dea Haya ie <n Cy Pe ne Neo a SO aN Renan (00 or late 5.80
2x24 x21% SEOs aes far. Oe NY Oe ome iy ee He oo 6.00
2 x2box2i A OSG Me wep eteceeRecctet acre tetrets tristeree eer noes a aarti 6.10
EX Ame CO AO DS cia ee eck ee teem, Pret ai Morn hk 6.40
214x214x8 A'S sD Saeteeaica o Recr es LOM iterg ek at Poh Sine pe AM Ap tS 6.40
3) SG) ogy ve SYS ARSE lil ncitetah calcd Bhs py coca eee eae ee an eg 6.80
See xo xs OOM bate aan cel fe ctor meet Biko oe Gon eaten Bro eee 7.00
AAS GOPIDS Raters Sot eons ee ees Mien ie on tee ae el O
AL sgh ayes 05a DSambacked: DO0sto cartons ate ei seen e 8.00

These bands are stapled, and are sold in units of 1000 only. The above
prices are quoted f.o.b. Grand Rapids. The ** is the most popular size,

SCARE snincts vey

Amazing protection for newly
planted seeds, berries, tender
seedlings, fruit trees, etc. Made

of shining aluminum, FLYING
DISKS spin and whirl madly

in all directions—give blinding (
reflections and weird jingling,
crackling sounds —to scare
birds and animals away Easily
strung across area to be pro-
tected —or from branches of
fruit trees and vines.

10 FLYING DISKS with complete instructions, only 25¢

which will be carried in stock. Other sizes can be obtained on order, but
we would suggest that you order early as it will take about 2 weeks to
get them in. All prices subject to change without notice, and for shipment
direct from factory, we will quote you special prices f.o.b. factory.

WOOD LABELS

For Marking Plants

Plain, Not Printed 50 100 1000
sobre eh hae smuhraabtnics c,ChCh eRe CERES SEENGLG ag a CI ICO Sa ERO ee $0.25 $0.45 $3.50
te Ey agrl TIMMBE a eee See eta mot atte in ati eeizas, =. atta os. nnt fo 6,'0,:@ 18 scefs volatie cerahiaaers .30 50 3.75
Veseds Gh sen Seoul Na dsleico Oe EON air ce a IRI Oy OM apie eIPe 35 55 4.25
DOS OU IML werd eemrien. ctebiensisectien sien Wikaconapeas isi cucttel Bis ekceelaie simacns “66-3 40 75 5.75
Ss Keds (DV LUS MME es oRC EE ete Ne sict eats Sol Sou se Pericwe oa che aah Sov a Sue ease oane'® eval ote 45 85 6.75
PEAVEY SOB. 2 0k Beal So Sey OLA Ea OCI gO ERC OSE CCRC oR CORNER ea 60 1.00 7.75
ieee Dis, Shoko Aya bas ace ecmted Cnyer eae iho. cu SSS OREO HOR EEO 35 60 4.50

Above prices are subject to change without notice and are quoted f.o.b.

Grand Rapids. Postage wil] be extra.

CABALLERO
Vanes illustrated are all-metal
and finished in weather-proof
black to silhouette against the
sky. Size: 40 in. high, 30 in. wide.
Includes direction letters and
Universal Base — $24.50. Other
clever new designs available in

a smaller size—$13.50.

COUNTRY
DOCTOR

POSTAGE WILL BE

EXTRA—SUBJECT TO THE 3%

Our WHITEHALL selection in-
cludes unusual designs for every
home, lodge or summer cottage.
Signs that attach to tree, post or
side of house—lawn signs—aund
wall type markers for any flat sur-
face.

Signs are cast aluminum with
leadcoated nameplate and hand-
wrought iron bar. Swedish iron
finish highlights artistic orna-
ments. Lettering 30c extra per
character or numeral.

You’ll also find many attractive
new WHITEHALL house signs in
our display—including both large
and small sizes. Prices from $6.50.

**Cardinal’’ $10.75
(in color $11.75)

YOUR NAME IN A JIFFY
WITH REFLECTING LETTERS
Characters are 150 times brighter
than paint — and reftect at night
when light shines on them.

MICHIGAN STATE SALES TAX

Germaco

Hotkaps

or Plant Protectors

‘RAIN cant harm.

25 garden size package, complete .......--+ssseeeeereeereees Sueoo
100° package, Completes Ge fire ciietens sms (cle ros 6 mie nie = tiers ccrtaie PERN 3.15
250 package, complete ...... 2.2... 222s ce serene cece seme te wane 5.90
1000carton—per 1000. 22 Fe ox fie eile ieee + we ee n= mie eo ar a 18.35
5000-lots——per: L000, 22 sh ol. sce e es oe 2 Flee es + a6 2 + irene sire 18.20

10,000 lots—per 1000) Fee eae eee elas Binks wires iene ei 18.05
25.000 clots—per. 100% iiss. cer ew ee eimai = De 8 oe oheieyei > ye tomere sm mnee 17.90
Stoelrsettersy COACH <sian Gases cake h elceuie eaicho lili Wiepsimnalspaitgrae aie Wininaees 1.95
Ribreboardesetters Caches sremie te ites tery eters flere siltation see) sera 20

Shipped Prepaid in Michigan.
We do not split packages of Hotkaps.

Hot Tents

Hot Tents are a product of “Germaco
Hotkaps” to give the user a larger area
to cover individual plants. Size 14 by 11
inches at the base, 8% inches high.
Weight 70 lbs. per thousand.

Per thousand Hot Tents, packed
HO OMtOMAaeCATUON mec iencnechensueter-terons ote $26.50
Hote Tent Setters (steel) usc ce: 2.60

Super Hot Tents
Size 18 by 14 inches at the base, 12 inch-
es high. Weight 120 lbs. per thousand.
Per 1000 Super Hot Tents ........ $39.50
es “a Super Hot Tent Steel Setter ...... 3.60
- = Freight or Express will be extra.

GPM PEAT MOSS GPM Peat Moss is Ny; TWIST EMS’

a well known reli-
FOR YOUR SOIL able brand with
proven value and
euaranteed content. I WISTEMS’ r Home garden pack-
"NH Handy UATE <i age for tying up any-
= k thing you grow.

All waste foreign
matter has been re-

New package of
50 Twist-ems,

! moved.
All plants—grass,
trees, flowers and

SS
= Se
G = vegetables aan only S=in che seer $0.15
Fi] eat food in a thin Package of 100 Twist-ems, 8-inch ............. .25
GM | solution. In other
J= words _they must As illustrated above.
f= drink it. To make For commercial growers, used in tying Carrots,

your soil the proper Beets, Onions, Celery and other produce, for market.

texture to hold food «<A twist of the bunch does the trick.”
in this thin solution,

you should mix liberal quantities of GPM Peat Moss
into your soil. Water then dissolves plant food and

the sponge-like texture of GPM Peat Moss holds the Bundle Per 212 : 19 ae
solution in readiness for plant use. It will make your 4 of 250 M M M M M
plants grow better; produce better flowers; have bet- 7-inch $0.40 $1.55 $1.50 $1.45 $1.40 $1.35 per M
for ee and ona ane ‘ ae 8-inch JO) als ald La NS Ysy ANS). Gaye WL
ee comes in bales, but also in small bags tor every ree a a 2am Ae 2eOD ee. 2Om peru
C-A Wood Preserver -ine 4 5) 3.388 3.25. dald) 923.00) per
(Carbolineum America.) It is the ideal product to The postage will be extra.

use on posts, poles, ties, sills, joists, floors, silos, hog
houses, barns and other wood that is exposed to de-
eay. It will kill chicken mites and fowl ticks. One
application should last from one to three years. Mail-
ing weight 13 lbs. Price upon application.

Copex No. 77

The newest meals ond Nicest and 1 aposi- 250 continuous feet on
tive preventive for dry rot, fungus growth, mildew .
and termites. It penetrates the wood to form a coat- peas SOURIS te
ing that protects the wood against attacks of* all paid.
forms of wood destroying insects and organisms. It
does not wash or bleach out, and is a positive pro-
tection for many years. Its action is to all practical
purposes permanent. Does not contain any creosote
or tar. Comes in 1-gallon cans.

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 7h

Wolverine Gloves

Yoo - Hoo!
Ladies

They’ LANOLIZED”

So Soft... So Smooth
On
Your Hands

glove for ladies.

he

modern
fencing

>
<@EA e
a . |

PROTECTS AND BEAUTIFIES

21" High, 12" Wide,
14" steel enameled green

Mies DOZ.

Mailing weight 19 Ibs.
In cartons of two dozen
(makes 24 feet of fence)

Easy to hammer
into hard ground

Fence Rods

These Fence Rods are
made of sturdy % in.
dia. steel with two loops
which will support wire,
heavy clothes line and
even rope. Eliminates
the use of irregular
slats, broom handles,
sticks, rags, etc. Sold
at a price everyone can
overs afford. 48 inch. $2.60 per
doz., postage extra.

33.7
Over all

No. 937
“‘All-Purpose’’
Light weight,
green suede pigskin, slip-on style,
inseam, unlined. Comes in sizes 7
and 8. Mailing weight 5 ozs.

No. 659 Men’s

Genuine Horsehide

Slip-on pattern, Keystone thumb,
inseam, unlined. Mailing weight 8
ozs. Sizes 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.

Wolverine
PIGSKIN Gloves

YES, LADIES—we surely had
you in mind when we ordered a
supply of “Lanolized’” Wolverine

Pigskin Gloves, for your round
the house and garden work. *So
soft, so smooth, because Lanolin
has now been added to the Wolver-
ine Secret Tanning process. What
a thrill you’ll get when you try on
a pair, and so little in cost. You'll
thank us for urging you to see
them.

Many other numbers of Wolver-
ine gloves are carried in stock and
we will solicit your inquiries for
any others ‘that you may desire.

5 minutes. Doesn't rot like

string, nor burn tendrils like
wire. ©

: No. 2 size,
inches.

postpaid.

Y ee ts

60x96
85c

Wickets

Neat, orderly protection

around lawns, shrubs, eh ee
planting beds, ete. Keeps ME fAL
human and animal traffic WICKET
away. Sturdy % in. dia. "HIELDS
steel, green _ enameled. zed Se 4
Twelve of these Wickets, Gone }
overlapped about 2 in. SLMAAK A
make a neat, practical,

“Keep Off Please” fence of
about 12 feet long. $2.45
per doz., postage extra.

YOUR FLOWERS HOLD
UP THEIR HEADS

@ PATENTED METALS
Plant Props PLANT PROPS
No more untidy wood stakes All heights”
with rag and string ties. Plant shown are
Props are neater, termite proof, 4 fromiésize

easier to use (flowers hook
right in). Last for years. Made
of heavy enameled steel. Used
from Alaska to South Africa.
Nothing like ’em in the garden
world.

net heig ht. (N

OURS GW YB al er toreycl wea: Chien BeART uc RCo AEN Pr oa Ke $0.70 per doz.
SULINCHWY has irceetoraas, seacee se WES Blea erere, ROS 1.60 per doz.
AD ENING Names macld rete ime tep hae ori ict Kien aie es 1.90 per doz.
BiG SIT CTE Uttar ars cate a aera tack A ect chia « Semmereed AY 5 3.10 per doz.
8 = 11a CIT Dee aearere tea meciee tone emnattey ar tewhiomanss aee ait tn og 4.30 per doz.

Postage will be extra, but the size limitations may
compel us to make shipment by express.

PLANTERS GUIDE

A vital question that is frequently
asked. How large is an acre of land?
Let’s answer it right here.

5 yards by 968

4840 square yards.
60 feet by 726 feet.

yards.

110 feet by 396 feet.

300 feet by 145.2 feet.
43,560 square feet.

From the above figures, you can
figure any size piece of land.

Plants ;
. Seed for Rows Planting Days
Variety os Taeacre Apart ne ee Depth to
50 Ft Lb. Feet Taches Inches Yield
Asparagus anaes 4) ate. a Vy OL 2 20 6 2 yrs.
30 plants
Beans: ), Busey: pe es arta: jee 60 to 75 2 to 214 3 to 4 ly 50 to 70
Beans mrolesimacssc ccc: noo 4 ozs. 30 to 35 3 to.4 9 (or hills) 1% 65 to 80
imag Deaus 6 DUSieiet cece 4 ozs. 30 to 50 2 to 242 3 to 4 lly 65 to 75
imas beans olen ee 4 ozs. 30 to 40 3 to 4 9 (or hills) 1% 80 to 90
Becte eee es atte ela hea Vy OZ. 4 to 6 14 to 2 3 to 4 VY 60 to 75
Swiss | Chard.1 osm wee te gates YQ oz. 2 15 Y% 50 and on
IBrGcco Ligieeeten Marte hon once hee 1 pkt. VA 2 18 VY 70 to 80
Brisselsasprouts seco 4 oot ee, 1 pkt. VA a 18 V4 70 and on
Cabbage, Barly ec arc ness. 4. 1 pkt. \ 2 12 \, 65 to 75
Cabbage Later as. erate vnc" 1 pkt. VY a 18 VA 80 to 100
Chinese. Cabbage, a. 2, <- bepke: 2 2 12 VY 75 to 85
CArrOtat eae ee ent nee es 1 pkt. 2 to 3 1% 3 \, 60 to 75
@aulitlo wera ae rae 1 pkt. V, 2 18 \/, 55 to 65
CeleriaGeeet anid ta 1 pkt. VY 2 4 Yy 90 to 120
Celery tient tee se ae oe 1 pkt. WA DEtOnO 5 \% 120 to 150
Collards acm. ce 1 pkt. ay 2% 7h VY 90 and on
SweetaGorn,e Karlyeae. ys ot ib Oye 8 to 10 va 9 1 70 to 80
Corn, pMain, Crops se esewa 1 oz. 8 to 10 3 12 ] 80 to 95
Gucum Der ares v.08 ee 1 pkt. 2 4 24 /, 60 to 70
Epoplant ie hen ee 1 pkt. \/, 3 30 ly 70 to 85
Endive natch a2 enorticlse woe eae Is pkt: 4 to 5 1% 9 YA 70 to 80
Kaleo ee bee ee are eter 1 pkt. 4 to 5 214 24 \, 70 to 80
Robl-rabi- ween cc ee Ie pK 4 to 5 2 8 VA 55 to 65
LeClair ae 1 pkt. 3 to 4 14 6 oe 120 to 150
[ettuces Leataeae, jens ae 1 pkt. 3 2 12 VA 45 to 50
Tettuce; Heads ae eae oe ne 1 pkt. 3 2 12 A 50 to 70
Muskmel Onis. steppes cies sit ee: 1 pkt. 3 to 4 5 48 1 80 to 100
Mustard @iveeir ee a. era oo 1 pkt. 4 2 9 VA 60 to 75
Okra caer net, Set ee eae Vy O72. 8 3 15 1 50 to 60
Onion, Seedigao 4. ees 1 pkt. 3 to 4 1% 3 to 4 % 90 to 100
PAYSICY sce eed AAs. Posen 1 pkt. 4 1% 4 VA 85 to 100
Parsnipiqe ee tae ne hts Mee 1 pkt. 4 1% 4 VA 80 to 100
Péag at gee pers onan o ee tone Y |b. 90 to 180 ZatOns Lo ton. 1 60 to 80
Peppergrne een, ee ee aes 1 pkt. Vy 2 24 6s 65 to 80
Pum pkineeese ak oe oe eee ae 3 to 4 8 60 1 110 to 130
Radish@ mete oe tha. eae 1 pkt. 10 to 12 1 Letoe2 Vy 25 and on
Rhubarb Sasa ie le ac genr 10 plants | 2 to 3 for 4 48 V4 2 tomo vise
plants
Salsify: eis tees os taly hea une 3 1 pkt. tee 1% 3S \, 140 to 180
Spinach? oa tecne 2 - heen 1 pkt. 1b=to,. 25 1% 6 3/, 40 to 50
Spinach; ONiweZares =: ncatene ela: 1] pkt. as. 3 20 1 70 to 80
Squash.) Bushes oe 1 pkt. 6 4 36 1 55 to 65
SquashjeV ining sok element ara Lepkt 4 6 60 ] 65 to 120
FPOMALO go hp nes ake dla hee Nom 1 pkt. WA 3 to 4 36 \Y% 75 to 90
SIMOY INT ae chitosan binds Sane cake cre Le pk 2atOne 1% 4 to 6 WA 50 to 80
Rutabaga see ns feos ens ] pkt. Ietou2 2 6 \, 80 to 90
Watermelon pemeemticc oe ove es: vier 3 to 4 8 96 3/, 75 to 95
NUMBER OF PLANTS TO THE ACRE AT GIVEN DISTANCES
Distance apart No. plants | Distance apart No. plants | Distance apart No. plants
T2EX sae hy Isao co ate Bae LiparAy pale | kd ay 'eay' Gol ae a cee ee 10,890. [736°x°36 ns ee ee 4,840
TOE GoD. Itle bask eke eae ear V4 240130 xe le iia edo, = 209,088 - 1425 x" 1201 12,446
L2exclO>in: eas ty ee AS;500 SIS GONKAw OMIT, eet te oo ce. oon, 34,848 | 425.945 6,223
SF 2g UNAS te 11S oem yee So MOLO CSO RKB 2a ene ace. oe 17,424. | AOU 86" iy eee 4.148
18 ?xie lain; Pee 2 eer. oe D404 008 toa Xe Geile we ee ees, 13,068* | 48 x2 12 Sine 10,890
[Sac sinters cee ne PIG 160s s30cc000in eee ie Ge! 10,454 | 48 x 18 in. 2 OG
ieee (ocine Soe eee 29,040 | 30x 24 in... 8.712) (487x004 er 5.445
io". 18 in. eee ae 19,36041,30 x 30 in, .,.., 20.09 6,970 || 48/x:50in, 4,356
D0 odlcin Meme ase: erie 918,635 G36: nein st) 58.080-| 48 x 36 in. | ee eeiGed
20exC20n ieee et ae eee 10081 e | S50 xu oni 14,520.51 48.% 48 ine 9.793
Oa Xcel Sill mete ee ee 2613008 (230 5cal O. Tisai eee ee Been 9,680.\| 60 x 36 ins ene 2.901
EMEA EMELIOD pe oh areas 15520) \scexeoain eee ae 7,260. | 60.%'48 ingen eee ONS
Approximate Mpa ees of feet of row per acre at given distances:

Distance between rows: 18 inches 24 inches 30 inches 36 inches 42 j ‘
Feet of row: 29,010 21,758 17,427 14,526 Se ee

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1954
PLEASE USE THIS ORDER SHEET

GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, ix.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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(Parcel Post, Express, Freight or Boat)

AMOUNT ENCLOSED
CASH DISCOUNT

Moneyi Order =. 4 $.). If your order of VEGETABLE AND FLOWER SEEDS, except
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Michigan State Sales Tax is charged on all orders for home
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Discount does not apply on Canadian orders.

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NAME POSTOFFICE COUNTY STATE

Aunual Gawers
Auyone Can Grow

Petunias are a flower anybody can grow. They are
easily started from seed, and a complete list of the varie-
tics is given on pages 48 and 49.

9494 LIPSTICK. Carmine-rose with just a suggestion

of salmon. Very true to color and habit.
1/16 oz., $1.50; Ye oz., $2.50; Y2 oz., $8.25; 1 oz.,
$16.00.

Lipstick Petunia

Tithonia
(Torch Flower)

A quick growing summer annual that thrives on
hot weather, as easy to grow as Zinnia. Brilliant
orange-scarlet flowers resembling a Dahlia borne
on long, stout stems on a compact plant waist high.
A cut flower for garden use, blooms cut in the bud
will open and last several days. Subject to no pests
or disease.

Pkt., 25¢; Yq oz., 75¢; oz., $2.50.

Tithonia, Torch This is also listed on page 53.

Outstanding

Gladiolus

GLADIOLUS MIXTURES

20 large size bulbs, 10 or more varieties in
the mixture, giving complete color range. $1.00

30 medium size bulbs, 10 or more varieties
in the mixture, giving complete color
Ph 2 Gaetan erie? pet pps ek SA cy ar Yh 1.00

In ordering, state which mixture you want, either
the large or the medium size.

Turn to pages 36 and 37 for the individual va-
rieties of Gladiolus bulbs. We list several at 60c
per doz. Others at 75c a dozen and $1.00 per
dozen, and then several individual specialties as

well.

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